—Paleolithic 'art sanctuary' in Spain contains more than 110 prehistoric cave paintings —Ancient submerged bridge in Spain reveals that humans inhabited Mediterranean island nearly 6,000 years ago ...

Greek mythology is full of the gods’ exploits, and surprising details abound in ancient art. Greek pottery, for instance, illustrates their often bawdy activities. Further, the strange effigies of the ...

From ancient cave paintings to contemporary protest art, graffiti has evolved into a powerful medium for social commentary and change. The roots of graffiti can be traced back to prehistoric times, ...

More than 50,000 visitors from around the globe are expected to immerse themselves in vintage charm as Art Deco Weekend 2025 marks a historic milestone: The Art Deco Centennial, commemorating 100 ...

Around 150 artefacts will be on display, ranging from monumental sculptures to delicate jewellery, ornate sarcophagi, pottery ... ancient and modern eras, and figurative and abstract styles. His ...

As to why the sculpture is known as Athena rather than Minerva—the ancient Roman equivalent of the Olympian—Manchester tells The Art Newspaper that it was, in fact, originally called Minerva.

Many mummies from ancient Egypt also have tattoos, as do remains from cultures around the world.

Art has always been a reflection of culture ... ensuring it resonates with today's audiences while preserving its essence. Terracotta and ceramic pottery, ancient crafts with roots in civilisations as ...

Show more In a visual treat taking in Egypt's greatest historical sites, Alastair Sooke tells the story of ancient Egyptian art through 30 extraordinary masterpieces. Tracing the origins of Egypt ...