Institute for the Study of the Ancient World | Pompeii in Color: The Life of Roman Painting

Pompeii in Color: The Life of Roman Painting presents frescoes from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. All originally from Roman homes, the subjects of these works range from mythological scenes to landscapes, portraits, still lifes, and more, each rich with meaning for homeowners and their guests. These remarkably well-preserved frescoes invite us to see beyond the ashes of the tragic city, and instead experience the vibrant world of the ancient Roman home as the Pompeians themselves knew it. Installation view from Pompeii in Color: The Life of Roman Painting, 2022. Image © Institute for the Study of the Ancient World. Photo: Andrea Brizzi

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