Egyptian Obelisks and Their Afterlife in Ancient Rome
An obelisk journeys to LA.
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Tag: ancient Rome
Ancient Rome, Low and High
Social climbing and snobbery in ancient Rome.
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The Ancient Origins of the Flower Crown
The rich history of floral crowns and wreaths.
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Scholarly Workshop Addresses Questions about the Mutual Influences between Egypt, Greece, and Rome
Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome in context.
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Planting for Power in Ancient Rome
Plants as power.
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A Young Man’s Mummy Offers Clues to Cultural Exchange and Technology in Roman-Ruled Egypt
Mummy as art and artifact.
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AUDIO: Beyond Boundaries – Visual Culture in the Provinces of Ancient Rome
The material culture of the Roman Empire.
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Surprises as an Ancient Statue Is Prepped to Receive Its Missing Head
Discovery of a cryptic message while reuniting an ancient head and body.
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Gamifying an Ancient Sea: Gods, Promises, and Digital Humanities
Digital scholarship sheds light on ancient mysteries.
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Updating Ancient Roman Comedy for the 21st Century
Ancient jokes come alive on stage.
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How a Pair of Roman Mosaics Journeyed from Southern France to SoCal
The history of two ancient mosaics—now reunited in L.A.—encompasses farmhands, French noblemen, American tycoons, and a Hollywood talent agent.
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Ancient Roman Screwball Comedy Comes to the Getty Villa
Mayhem and music, ancient style.
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