Pompeii
New frescoes unearthed in villa near Pompeii show 'extraordinary details and colors'
Archaeologists found a nearly complete peahen fresco, missing its head, dating to the mid-first century B.C., that may have belonged to Poppaea Sabina, the second wife of Emperor Nero.
Slaves in Pompeii may have been better fed than many free Romans
Putting Pompeii's pieces together, with the help of a robot
Lab tests on Egyptian bowl may reveal final menu before Vesuvius buried Pompeii
51-year-old Scot caught stealing artifacts from Pompeii
The man could face a summons for trial, with a possible sentence of up to six years in prison and a maximum fine of €1,500.
Survivors vs. Mount Vesuvius: Fresh Digs Show a Return to Pompeii After 79 A.D.
After the eruption, Pompeii became a fragile camp-like site, inhabited without Roman infrastructure, as people lived among the ruins until the fifth century.
Erotic mosaic looted from Pompeii by Nazi officer returned after 80 years
Director Zuchtriegel: 'The sense of possession of stolen art becomes a heavy burden'.
800 ancient roses: Pompeii's Garden of Hercules reopens
Garden features 1,200 violets, and unique irrigation system restored.
Wall and vault collapse in Pompeii's archaeology park following Campi earthquake
Director Zuchtriegel: Pompeii is fragile — we’re inspecting the site after this morning’s seismic swarm to quickly assess any damage across the area.
New study reveals Pompeii family's last moments during Mount Vesuvius eruption
According to the study, the family attempted to lock themselves in a room, using a bed wedged against the door to barricade themselves as volcanic debris poured in.
Ancient couple's relief found in Pompeii
The symbolism of the carved accessories of the woman may identify her as a priestess of Ceres, indicating her involvement in the religious sphere of Pompeii.
New shade of grey: Pompeii study reveals ancient Roman artists' pigment techniques
New study reveals a previously unknown use of color in Pompeian art.
Mount Vesuvius eruption turned a man's brain into glass. Here's how it happened
The eruption obliterated the thriving ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Once-in-a-century find: Torchbearer's initiation into Dionysus mysteries found in Pompeii
2 million stones, one masterpiece: How the House of the Faun's mosaic was crafted
The Alexander Mosaic, considered the most important mosaic of the Roman age, is a detailed piece of art measuring 583 by 325 centimeters.
