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An ‘Incredibly Rare’ Clay Figurine of a Roman God Surfaces in the U.K.

Archaeologists excavating Smallhythe Place in Kent, the U.K., have discovered the head of a small clay figurine of the Roman god Mercury—an “incredibly rare” find according to experts. This isn’t the ...
Chicago Sun-Times

Art Institute showcases ancient Roman sculptures in unprecedented 'Myth and Marble' exhibit

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‘Myth and Marble: Ancient Roman Sculpture From the Torlonia Collection’ Review: A Trove of Stone-Carved Beauty

Now at the Kimbell Art Museum, this exhibition is the first in the U.S. to display works from a vast, vital Italian ...
Reading Eagle

On Valentine’s Day, take a look at how Cupid, the Roman god of love, has left his mark in history

Cupid, the ancient Roman god of love, is a universal symbol of Valentine’s Day who has inspired artists for centuries. Often appearing as a winged infant in artists’ depictions, carrying a bow and a ...
Miami Herald

‘Spectacular’ statue of a fish-tailed ‘minion’ god found at ancient Roman burial site

An ancient statue depicting a Roman god was uncovered during an archaeological excavation near Teynham, England, researchers said. Street View Image November 2022 ...
Artnet

This Renaissance Painting Was Made by Not One or Two, But Three Old Masters

Each artist left behind their own distinctive mark on the painting, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington. Giovanni Bellini, Feast of the Gods (1514/1529). Courtesy of National ...