The house is striking for the high level of wall decorations. It has been provisionally named the House of Phaedra after the ...

This book provides a brief, clear account of the main developments in the history of the Greek, Etruscan and Roman architecture, from the earliest times to the foundation of Constantinople. It ...

First transmitted in 1960, Sir Mortimer Wheeler surveys some of the Roman Empire’s most impressive architectural feats and the artworks that characterised the period. Show more First transmitted ...

Usually offered every second year. Staff CLAS 134b The Art and Archaeology of Ancient Rome [ ca hum ] Surveys the art and architecture of the ancient Romans from the eighth century BCE to the end of ...

The Temple of Esna, a significant Egyptian archaeological site, has been undergoing extensive restoration works.

By learning the secrets of 2,000-year-old cement, researchers are trying to devise greener, more durable modern options.

Archaeologists in Pompeii uncovered an ancient tiny home filled with elaborate artwork that has remained largely intact for ...

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Hampi features stunning temples and ruins from the Vijayanagara Empire amidst a picturesque landscape. Surrounded by lush jungle, Tikal was a significant Mayan city known ...

Greek Revival is a style of architecture inspired by the symmetry, proportion, simplicity, and elegance of the ancient Greek ...

Concrete is an incredibly useful and versatile building material on which not only today’s societies, but also the ancient Roman ... these last remnants of Roman architecture changed and changed ...

The Pantheon's architecture is an example of ancient Rome's engineering prowess. The colossal dome, crowned by the oculus, is a work of art. As you explore the interior, you'll encounter historical ...