Art Institute showcases ancient Roman sculptures in unprecedented 'Myth and Marble' exhibit
Stunningly and unexpected, virtually all of the selections on view in this exhibition are complete. Co-organized by the Art Institute and Rome-based Torlonia Foundation, it is the first time works ...
Ancient Greco-Roman sculptures were perfumed, new study reveals
Research shows that statues were impregnated with fragrances, challenging the perception of sculpture as a purely visual art ...
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ACLU Challenges Statues of Catholic Saints at Massachusetts Public Safety Building
The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts is challenging a city mayor’s plan to erect statues of two Catholic ...
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A Stunning Collection of Rarely Seen Ancient Roman Sculptures Is Coming to North America for the First Time
The marbles in the Torlonia Collection have been inaccessible to the public for decades. Now, some of them will be exhibited ...
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Buddha statue in Vietnam's Mekong Delta ranked among world's most impressive
A 20-meter-tall Maitreya Buddha statue in the Mekong Delta has been recognized as one of the world's most impressive giant ...
City's saint statues: Another civil liberties group attacks mayor over sculptures
Civil liberties nonprofit Americans United sends letter to the mayor, calling Koch's claim that the statues aren't overtly ...
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The Roman hospital caring for Pope Francis
Flowers, cards, photos and candles are often laid at the foot of the statue of John Paul II. According to official announcements, Pope Benedict XVI was never admitted to the hospital during his 8 ...