But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

Not only were ancient sculptures multi-colored, they were also scented with perfumes, oils, and flower arrangements.

The marbles in the Torlonia Collection have been inaccessible to the public for decades. Now, some of them will be exhibited ...

Thousands of years ago, Greco-Roman statues offered viewers a multi-dimensional experience that also called to our olfactory ...

The display, hosted by Blvgari at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the largest private collection of Imperial Roman ...

Research shows that statues were impregnated with fragrances, challenging the perception of sculpture as a purely visual art ...

For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.

Science has already proven that sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome were often painted in warm colours and now a Danish ...

One of the sculptures is a striking 2-metre ... to unveil well-preserved Greek mosaics and marble statues in the region. During the Roman era, it was well-known for its architectural landmarks ...

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 ...

The perfuming of the sculptures was conducted with specific ... Traditionally, Greco-Roman statues were studied from a formalist perspective, focusing on technique and visual composition.

Science has already proven that sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome were often painted in warm colors, and now a Danish study has revealed that some were also perfumed.