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A Huge Chunk of Prized Egyptian Blue Pigment Is Uncovered in Nero’s Palace
Excavations at Domus Aurea, the former imperial residence of Roman emperor Nero, have yielded remnants of the rare Egyptian ...
How a Manhattan Art Collection Inspired the Design of a ‘Very Florida’ Condo
A case study in how your old art from a previous residence can inspire your new home’s color scheme—and inform the choices of ...
Rock art in Venezuela may be the sign of a lost ancient culture
Archaeologists discovered clusters of red ocher drawings scattered on rocks and cliffs across Canaima National Park—and have some theories on who made the mysterious art.
‘Picasso and Paper’ Review: Reams of Genius in Cleveland
With more than 300 works, a show at the Cleveland Museum of Art illuminates how the ever-innovative artist used paper as a ...
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Spend Less, See More: Wallet-Friendly Things to Do in Cairo, Egypt
Cairo is already a budget-friendly destination, but saving a few bucks here and there can allow you to do even more during ...
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Egyptian Blue: The Prized Dye Used In Egyptian Mummy Portraits, Roman Frescoes, And Renaissance Masterpieces
Archaeologists excavating the remains of Rome's "Golden House," the opulent palace that Emperor Nero built for himself right ...
Rare ancient Egyptian jewelry now costs less than a Cartier bracelet: ‘Wearable art’
Who needs jewelry fit for a queen when you can buy baubles meant for a pharaoh? Those seeking precious gemstones can skip a ...