Recently, the world got a rare treat: new frescoes were unearthed from Pompeii that show mythological scenes from the Trojan ...

Rare, centuries-old Roman paintings were uncovered in the ruins ... The work showcased themes of heroism through the role heroes and gods played in the Trojan War, as well as themes of fate ...

The shrine, known as a lararium, is surrounded by well-preserved paintings and murals depicting animals, deities, and more.

High Roman society was steeped in Greek mythology. The wealthy citizens who ... light of oil lamps would create the illusion of the paintings moving, “especially after a few glasses of good ...

colleges of priests paid tribute to these gods on behalf of Rome itself. The objective of Roman worship was to gain the blessing of the gods and thereby gain prosperity for themselves, their ...

Barrett told the IBTUK: 'The paintings from the Casa dell'Efebo were created after Egypt was incorporated into the Roman Empire ... with an interest in Egyptian gods. 'Others have interpreted ...

This wine loving woodland god, or satyr ... In laws and literature. In the Roman Catholic church. And in its monumental art and architecture. Grandeur that would inspire Europe for centuries ...

According to ancient writers and Greek mythology, the muses are the sources of inspiration for the arts and knowledge.

Stunning Roman frescoes ... shimmering light, the paintings would have almost come to life," Zuchtriegel said. Two pieces dominate the hall; one depicts the Greek god Apollo trying to seduce ...

A mysterious bronze hand has been unearthed by archaeologists near Hadrian’s Wall in the North of England. The child-sized hand was discovered in April during an excavation at the site of ...