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

Ma’at was a fundamental concept in ancient Egyptian society. It can be understood as “the rightness of things” and was a ...

But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

Researchers discovered a royal tomb that is over 3,600 years old in Abydos, Egypt. The entryway of the tomb was decorated ...

The San Antonio Museum of Art’s spring exhibition blends new photography and historical works depicting Hindu deities.

Around the world, museums are grappling with the question of what to do with human remains. This includes lifelike copies of those who may have died traumatically.

In Orthodox Christian iconography, a peculiar icon of Saint Christopher can be seen, depicting him with a dog's head.

Archaeologists have unearthed the tomb of a yet unknown Egyptian pharaoh who ruled 3,600 years ago during a time of political ...

A 3,400-year-old mechanical dog from ancient Egypt moves, barks, and showcases astonishing ancient engineering.

The breed of this sculpted dog is also unclear. Ancient Egyptians tended to prefer energetic dog breeds, and the ones often ...

A deep dive into the Egyptian gods and goddesses (their characteristics, myths, and symbols) who held significant sway over ...