Polychrome Reconstruction of a statue of Messalina with her son Brittanicus, the son of the Emperor Claudius. The statue shows the decorative patterns, range of colors, and gilt applied to the statue.
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Color: The Hidden Truth of the Roman World

In 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius erupted, leaving the nearby city of Pompeii covered in ash, debris, and lapilli. In recent centuries, archaeological excavation at Pompeii has become very popular, and with new discoveries, this gives historians the most complete look of an Ancient Roman city.

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The Truth about Valentine's Day: Was it Roman?

The origin of Valentine's Day is a debate amongst many historians, with many pointing out to ancient Rome citing numerous key dates, religious festivals and saints. So how exactly did Ancient Rome influence Valentine's Day?

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Fresco from Pompeii (c. 50-75 CE), showing a man teaching his partner how to play the Lyre.

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The Truth about Valentine's Day: Was it Roman?

The origin of Valentine's Day is a debate amongst many: But did it come from Rome?

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Polychrome: A Roman Sculpture's Colorful Secret

Roman sculpture was colored (polychrome), which gave meaning to it's sculpture.

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Pompeii, Italy: How an Eruption Preserved Rome Forever

How the eruption of Mount Vesuvius uncovered a lost Roman world.

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Debunking Myths: The True Facts about Emperor Nero

Contrary to popular belief and contemporary biases, Nero was a decent emperor.

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5 Roman Sculptures In Their Original Colors

Roman sculptures may look garish when colored today, but were the norm in antiquity.

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