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The curious tradition of Rome’s talking statues and where to find them
The curious tradition of Rome's talking statues
The tradition of Rome's talking statues let Romans vent their discontent by poking fun at religious and civil authorities with anonymous satirical verses.
www.wantedinrome.com
August 25, 2025 at 10:23 AM
The curious tradition of Rome’s talking statues and where to find them
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Pompeii has just unveiled the restored Garden of Hercules, freshly planted with 1,200 violets, 1,000 ruscus plants, and 800 antique roses, as well as vines and cherry and cotton apple trees.
A 2,000-Year-Old Pompeii Garden Springs Back to Life
Pompeii Archaeological Park has unveiled the restored Garden of Hercules , freshly planted with violets, ruscus plants, and antique roses.
news.artnet.com
June 21, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Pompeii has just unveiled the restored Garden of Hercules, freshly planted with 1,200 violets, 1,000 ruscus plants, and 800 antique roses, as well as vines and cherry and cotton apple trees.
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A Roman sunset that feels like a painting
June 19, 2025 at 7:25 PM
A Roman sunset that feels like a painting
Getty Completes Conservation of Rescued Artemisia Gentileschi Painting
Getty Completes Conservation of Rescued Artemisia Gentileschi Painting | Getty News
2025 press release detailing the three-year conservation efforts of the survived painting.
www.getty.edu
June 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Getty Completes Conservation of Rescued Artemisia Gentileschi Painting