In a shocking act of vandalism, a religious politician attacked four artworks on display in Greece's national museum, forcing it to close.

Did you know that ancient sculptures were once richly coloured? Researchers have known about this for centuries, but the general public remains largely unaware.

A New York art adviser who once counted actor Leonardo DiCaprio among her wealthy patrons has been sentenced to 30 months in ...

A New York art adviser who once counted actor Leonardo ... “I am a guilty person and I am prepared to face my punishment,” Schiff said tearfully. “I am scared, but I am ready.” ...

New figures show that a stunning Northumberland hall and gardens pulled in over 100,000 visitors over the last 12 months ...

Beyond its ancient Greek mythical origins ... protection in ancient Greece to its adoption by the Romans and later its influence on art and fashion, Medusa’s face is one of the few ancient symbols ...

A far-right Greek MP has ... institution to attack art and free expression. But diversity cannot be silenced, nor can critical thought be suppressed. Victory, behind its supposedly Christian facade, ...

Colophon was famous for its wealth and contributions to literature and art ... on one side with the face of the emperor on the other. The legacy of Ionia and the Ionian League is evident in the impact ...

Both young men have the same rounded, full-cheeked face ... Art Museum, curated Lugo’s exhibition. “What’s exciting about his work is he’s creatively adapting and playing with these motifs with the ...

Despite this, ancient Greek writer and geographer Herodotus claimed that the olive tree “sprouted the same day to a height of two cubits” – or around 1 metre. This new growth symbolised hope and the ...

Not only were ancient sculptures multi-colored, they were also scented with perfumes, oils, and flower arrangements.