Most scientists claim that Romans adopted their gods directly from the Greeks. The reality, however, is more complicated.
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
A stunning fresco discovered in Pompeii depicts a sensual scene of the Roman god Jupiter and Leda, the Greek mythical queen ...
While the “frivolous East” may have been happy to venerate men as though they were gods, the serious men of the Roman ...
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
Archaeologist and curator Cecilie Brons makes the discovery after immersing herself in the works of Roman writers such as ...
Roman writer Cicero referenced the treatment ... typically featured on Greek Gods, warriors and athletes, symbolized power. A gray skin tone symbolized virtue and bravery, while the white skin ...