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Recent Discoveries in the Buried City of Pompeii (engraving)
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Recent Discoveries in the Buried City of Pompeii (engraving)
1613442 Recent Discoveries in the Buried City of Pompeii (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recent Discoveries in the Buried City of Pompeii. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 December 1864.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23003346
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Discoveries Excavations General View Pompeii
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This print captures the essence of the "Recent Discoveries in the Buried City of Pompeii" with remarkable detail and historical significance. The engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, showcases a scene from Pompeii's excavation site. The image transports us back to a time when archaeologists were unearthing treasures hidden beneath layers of volcanic ash. In this particular view, we are presented with a general overview of the ruins, showcasing intricate sculptures and statuettes that have been carefully preserved over centuries. One notable feature is a statuette of Silenus, which stands prominently amidst the excavations. Its delicate craftsmanship speaks volumes about ancient Roman artistry and provides valuable insights into their culture and beliefs. As our eyes wander through this visual narrative, we also catch glimpses of other discoveries such as the statuette of Narcissus. These findings shed light on everyday life in Pompeii before its tragic destruction by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The composition evokes both awe and curiosity as we contemplate how these artifacts survived for millennia buried deep within Pompeii's remnants. It serves as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even after catastrophic events, fragments from our past can still be pieced together to tell compelling stories about civilizations long gone. This print not only celebrates archaeological achievements but also invites viewers to appreciate history's enduring legacy while igniting their own sense of wonderment towards uncovering untold secrets from our collective past
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