Possibly the Use of Crimson in the Robe of 'Asuka Beauty': A National Treasure Wall Painting from Takamatsuzuka Tumulus
Research suggests that a deep red pigment known as 'crimson' may have been used in the robe of one of the figures depicted in a national treasure wall painting from the Takamatsuzuka Tumulus in Japan.
How Bernini's statues transform the city into a theater
The National Gallery of Ancient Art hosts a new exhibition on Bernini and the Barberini, showcasing their historical artistic relationship.
Rock Art in the Egyptian Desert - Spanning a Period of 10,000 Years
A new archaeological discovery in Egypt reveals a rock shelter in the Umm Arak plateau, containing ancient rock art dating back up to 10,000 years.
Discovery on the Egyptian Sinai: A rock art site is 10,000 years old
Archaeologists discovered a 10,000-year-old rock art site on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, revealing diverse engravings and paintings that showcase artistic development from prehistory to the Islamic period.
This ancient art may testify to the first instance of people engaging in mathematics
Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that pottery from the Halaf culture reflects mathematical thinking through geometric sequences.
A 5,000-Year-Old Rock Painting Found in Egypt Depicting the Violent Pharaohic Expansion in Sinai
A 5,000-year-old rock painting depicting the violent expansion of the ancient Egyptians in Sinai has been discovered near an ancient mining site.
Epidaurus 2026: the 8 productions we will see at the Ancient Theatre this summer
The Athens Epidaurus Festival presents its artistic program for the summer of 2026 earlier than usual, launching a new three-year plan between 2026 and 2028.
This hand is about seventy thousand years old
Archaeologists believe that the unclear outline of a human hand found on a cave wall in Indonesia is the oldest artwork in history, dating back at least 67,800 years.
The Mystery of the Chinese Scroll. The Biggest Art Scandal of the Last Decade Revealed Something "Rotten" in a Prestigious Museum
The article discusses the intricate story of a valuable ancient scroll that disappeared from a prestigious museum under mysterious circumstances and is now being auctioned as a forgery.
In Cambodia, classical Khmer dance is once again threatened
Defenders of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia, a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage since 2003, express concerns over the lack of resources allocated to this ancient art form, which had previously been severely weakened by Pol Pot's communist regime.
What's Happening in Art: Immersive Light Shows and Extraordinary Performances
A new immersive light show titled 'Infinity' inspired by NASA star maps and ancient Egyptian imagery fills the St. Mark's Church, following previous shows like 'Genesis' and 'Eonarium' created by the Zurich artist collective Projektil.
The World of Narcissus. On an Ancient Myth, a Painting, and Destructive 'Self-Love'
The article explores themes of self-obsession in relation to the ancient myth of Narcissus, especially through Caravaggio's painting inspired by the story.
Longevity Learns from Art: 'Look at Michelangelo, He Lived to 90 - in the 16th Century'
A discussion on the parallels between preserving ancient artworks and maintaining health in aging, featuring insights from two researchers.
Childhood in Ancient Egypt: Is a Pharaoh Overwhelmed with Eighty Children?
An exhibition at the State Museum of Egyptian Art in Munich explores aspects of childhood in Ancient Egypt, including nutrition, clothing, education, illness, religion, and death.
Obey and the commitment of street art in the App of 'la Lettura' (and in newsstands)
The article discusses a digital extra on ancient Roman roads in 'la Lettura', including a feature on the upcoming exhibition 'L’Appia è moderna' in Rome.