Ancient Greeks and Romans perfumed their statues, study says
The ancient Greeks and Romans often doused their statues in perfume, a recent study found. Published in the Oxford Journal of ...
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Abaris the Hyperborean: The Legendary Ancient Healer Who Could Fly
Abaris the Hyperborean, a mystical priest of Apollo, was famed for his supernatural powers, prophetic gifts and healing ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Ancient Greek and Roman statues didn't originally look like they do now in museums. A new study says they didn't smell the ...
Greek Reporter8d
Top 20 Must-See Archaeological Sites on Cyclades in Greece
The Cyclades are a treasure trove of archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the Aegean.
ZME Science10d
The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
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The Iconic Statues Of Ancient Greece And Rome Were Originally Scented, Groundbreaking New Study Reveals
While the legendary statues of ancient Greece and Rome are now known the world over as stark white works of art housed in museums and galleries, those who viewed them 2,000 years ago would have had a ...
Los Angeles Times21d
L.A. has every reason to give LeBron James a statue in Star Plaza
Maybe if James beats the hated Celtics in the NBA Finals, longtime Lakers fans will be OK with him having a statue at Star Plaza. Maybe. It’s a touchy subject given that real estate is normally ...
Greek City Times22d
The Sensory Experience of Ancient Greek and Roman Statues
Diadoumenos, statue of Delos. Photo: G Da / Wikimedia Commons Historically, the study of Greco-Roman art has focused predominantly on its visual elements. However, Brøns’ research delves deeper, ...
ARQA23d
Luyeyuan Stone Sculpture – Art Museum
Housing Buddhist sculptures and relics, Luyeyuan Stone Sculpture Art Museum weaves a traditional Chinese garden throughout the passage of exhibition space. Volumes of this windowless building are ...
Associated Press26d
Private lunar lander Blue Ghost aces moon touchdown with a special delivery for NASA
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Video of a private lunar lander carrying a drill, vacuum and other experiments for NASA touching down on the ...
Associated Press27d
Here’s a look at moon landing hits and misses
Last year’s mission by Intuitive Machines lasted a little longer. Despite hampered operations, it put the U.S. back on the moon for the first time since the end of the Apollo program. Another U.S.
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Newbury’s beloved Paddington statue stolen from Northbrook Street
Vandals have wrecked and stolen Newbury’s Paddington statue from Northbrook Street. The beloved bear on a bench outside Camp Hopson was taken overnight (Saturday). The statue was unveiled in the ...