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The Judgement of Paris
The painting shows the Judgment of Paris, an event in Greek mythology. Figures, from left to right: The goddesses Athena, Hera and Aphrodite, then Aphrodite's son, Eros, and Paris.
Oil on canvas, 1904. Museum of Málaga.
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Temple of Zeus, Euromos
The temple of Zeus Lepsynus at Euromos, located in the ancient region of Caria, is one of the best preserved temples in Turkey. The temple was built in the Corinthian order in the 2nd century CE (probably during the reign of the emperor Hadrian...
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Ephesus terrace houses: Mosaics and Art
The terrace homes in Ephesus give a glimpse of how the wealthy lived during the Roman period The oldest building dates back into the 1C BCE and continued in use as a residence until the 7C CE.
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Ephesus Terrace Houses: Floor Plan
The terrace homes in Ephesus give a glimpse of how the wealthy lived during the Roman period The oldest building dates back into the 1C BCE and continued in use as a residence until the 7C CE.
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Ephesus Terrace Houses: Archway
The terrace homes in Ephesus give a glimpse of how the wealthy lived during the Roman period The oldest building dates back into the 1C BCE and continued in use as a residence until the 7C CE.
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Ephesus Terrace Houses: Dinning Hall
The terrace homes in Ephesus give a glimpse of how the wealthy lived during the Roman period The oldest building dates back into the 1C BCE and continued in use as a residence until the 7C CE.
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Fresco Showing the Riot of 59 CE in the Amphitheatre of Pompeii
Fourth Style fresco depicting a riot that broke out in Pompeii in 59 CE during games held in the arena involving Pompeians and inhabitants of Nuceria. On the orders of Nero, this event led to the closure of the amphitheatre for ten years...
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"Sappho" fresco, Pompeii
Fresco showing a woman holding writing implements, a wax tablet and stylus. Commonly called Sappho, the fresco actually portrays a high-society Pompeian woman, richly dressed with gold-threaded hair and large gold earrings. From Pompeii...
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Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal, Agra. Built in 1634 CE by Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahall.
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Mausoleum of the Julii
The Mausoleum of the Julii at Glanum, southern France, is one of the best preserved mausoleums of the Roman era. Based on its artistic style, the Mausoleum was probably built between 40 and 20 BCE. An inscription mentions that three Julius...
