Ornate Mosaics From Ancient Greek Bath House Depicts Various Scenes of Marine Life Not Typical to the Region Archaeologists ...
"I never imagined something like this. It turns out that we had been living on top of history without even knowing it." For ...
Roman mosaics found in Britain are remarkable examples of ancient artistry, showcasing intricate designs and craftsmanship. A ...
There are around 2 million pieces that make up the Alexander the Great mosaic, but where did they come from?
"Transferring mosaics is a complex process that requires great skill and precision. Soon, the ancient mosaic will be moved to the Israel Antiquities Authority's mosaic workshop for preservation ...
Archaeologists believe they will soon solve the mystery regarding the ancient Greek city of Hadrianopolis which was suddenly ...
or moving the entire mosaic to a museum. For now, covered for winter, experts can only marvel at ancient hunting scenes that had been just inches below the surface for roughly 1,700 years.
The 2,000-year-old mosaic comes from the ruins of Pompeii, the ancient Roman city that was buried in volcanic ash in 79 C.E. after Mount Vesuvius’ eruption. Archaeologists found the artwork in ...
These techniques allowed researchers to map the chemical and mineralogical composition of the tesserae, identify ancient conservation materials, and assess the mosaic’s structural condition. One of ...