Herculaneum Collection (#4)

Cabinet in the Herculaneum taste, Leipzig, Germany, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Cabinet in the Herculaneum taste, Leipzig, Germany, (1928). 1798..." We know from Winkelmanns description about the discoveries at Herculaneum that those charming little rooms excavated in

Termopolio ruins, hot food shop, located on Cardo V street, located on the ruins of Herculaneum

Remains of Cardo V street from the ruins of Herculaneum

Mosaics in the House of Neptune and Amfitrita in the Herculaneum

Sappho, fresh from the Herculaneum

Specimens of Tufa found in and around Herculaneum, 1776
Specimens of Tufa found in and around Herculaneum, Plate XXXXV, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803)

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 7
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 8
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 5
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 4
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 3
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum 2
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

Abstract visualisation: the dark tunnel into Herculaneum
Herculaneum, Italy - 22 October 2014 Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town destroyed by a major volcanic eruption in 79 AD. In fact, it was completely buried

The Music Lesson, a Roman wall-painting from Herculaneum buried in the eruption of Vesuvius, from the British Museums collection

ITALY. Herculaneum. Lararium (household shrine). Roman art. Early Empire

Herculaneum Ercolano Archaeological Site Excavations
Herculaneum Archaeological Site, Campania, Italy. A view of the excavated ruins taken in the late 19th century

Panic in Naples, Italy, as Mount Vesuvius erupts on August 8, 1779. Vesuvius has erupted regularly throughout history, the most famous being the event of AD79 which destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum

Calata agli scavi Pompei Unknown Watercolor 1840?
Calata agli scavi, Pompei, Unknown, Watercolor, ca. 1840?, Descent into the excavations at Herculaneum

southeast Janiculum Rome Aventine hill Alban mountains
southeast from Janiculum, Rome, Aventine hill and Alban mountains, southeast from Janiculum, Rome, Stereographic views of Italy, Underwood and Underwood, Underwood, Bert, 1862-1943

Rome Tiber island southeast Stereographic views
Rome, Tiber and its island from the southeast, Rome, Stereographic views of Italy, Underwood and Underwood, Underwood, Bert, 1862-1943, stereograph: gelatin silver, ca

Vatican palace St. Peter dome Stereographic views
Vatican palace from St. Peters dome, Stereographic views of Italy, Underwood and Underwood, Underwood, Bert, 1862-1943, stereograph: gelatin silver, ca

home old merchant Venice Palazzo Ca d Oro Stereographic views
home of an old merchant of Venice, Palazzo Ca d Oro, home of an old merchant of Venice, Stereographic views of Italy, Underwood and Underwood, Underwood, Bert, 1862-1943, stereograph: gelatin silver

Ancient Greek paintings Herculaneum Naples Campagna felice
Ancient Greek paintings from Herculaneum, Naples and the Campagna felice: in a series of letters, addressed to a friend in England, in 1802, Engelbach, Lewis, 1815-, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827

Herculaneum Voyage pittoresque ou Description des
Herculaneum, Voyage pittoresque, ou, Description des royaumes de Naples et de Sicile, Robert, Hubert, 1733-1808, Saint Non, Jean Claude Richard de, 1727-1791, Engraving, 1781-1786, Engraving

Vases Furniture Objects Discovered Herculaneum
Vases, Furniture, and Objects Discovered at Herculaneum; Pierre-Adrien Paris (French, 1745 - 1819); France; 1777; Pen and black ink, watercolor; 22.9 x 37 cm (9 x 14 9, 16 in.)

Excavation Leading To The Remains Of Herculaneum. Engraved By Lacey After Craig.From The Book The Gallery Of Nature And Art Volume Ii. Published London C.1823

Room in Archaeological Museum, Naples, Italy
Room in the National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Italy. Many of the items on display come from excavations at Pompeii, Herculaneum and other nearby sites. Date: late 19th century

Italy. Herculaneum. Lararium. House of the Skeleton
Italy. Herculaneum. Ancient Roman town. Lararium. House of the Skeleton

Herculaneum. Roman baths. Caldarium
Roman baths. Caldarium with a hot plunge bath. Marble. Herculaneum. Italy

Painted Murals And Frescoes Inside A Room At The Ancient Roman Ruins At Herculaneum (Ercolano), Campania, Italy
Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum (Ercolano) was an ancient Roman town destroyed by volcanic pyroclastic flows in 79 AD

Dressing scene of a priestess. Roman art. Early Empire. Fresco. ITALY. Naples. National Museum of Archaeology. Proc: ITALY. Herculaneum

The Centaur Cheiron teaching Achilles, Roman wall-painting from Herculaneum, c1st century. In Greek mythology, Chiron was held to be the wisest and justest of all the centaurs

Ariadne Deserted by Theseus, Roman wall painting from Herculaneum, 1st century. Ariadne on the shores of Naxos. British Museum

The house of Neptune and Amphitrite in Herculaneum, 1st century
The house of Neptune and Amphitrite in Herculaneum, an excavated Roman town which was buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD

Roman mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite, 1st century
Roman mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite in the House of Neptune and Amphitrite in Herculaneum, an excavated Roman town which was buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD

Interior of a house in the Roman town of Herculaneum, 1st century
Interior of a house in the Roman town of Herculaneum, an excavated Roman town which was buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD

Paved street in the Roman town of Herculaneum, 1st century
Paved street in the Roman town of Herculaneum, which was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD

Roman wall-painting of Priests of Isis worshipping, 1st century
Roman wall-painting of Priests of Isis worshipping, from Herculaneum. Now in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples, 1st century

Roman food-shop in Herculaneum, 1st century
Roman food-shop in Herculaneum, a Roman town buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Sunken holes in the counter were intended to hold food

Roman mosaic in the Nymphaeum of the House, Herculaneum, Italy

Roman wallpainting of Daedalus, Pasiphae and the Bull, Herculaneum, Italy

House of the Stags, Herculaneum, Italy; interior of the Roman villa

House of the Stags, Herculaneum, Italy; garden of the Roman villa

The House of the Stags, Herculaneum, Italy; exterior of the Roman villa

Interior garden-room in the House of Neptune, Herculaneum, Italy

Roman mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite, Herculaneum, Italy
Roman mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite (sometimes Neptune and his wife Salacia rather than the sea-nymph Amphitrite), Herculaneum, Italy

Wall decoration in a house in the Roman town of Herculaneum, Italy

The Shrine of the Augustales, Herculaneum, Italy

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Step back in time and explore the ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum, located in Campania, Italy. As you wander through this archaeological site, you'll be captivated by the beautifully preserved painted murals and frescoes adorning the walls of various rooms. Each brushstroke tells a story from centuries ago, giving us a glimpse into the lives of those who once called this place home. One particular room showcases a mosaic floor depicting Triton surrounded by playful dolphins in the tepidarium of the Roman central baths. This intricate artwork is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of ancient artisans. The ruins themselves are awe-inspiring, with remnants of buildings that have stood for thousands of years despite being buried under layers of volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD. The sight of this majestic volcano looming behind Herculaneum serves as a constant reminder of its destructive power. In one corner lies the House of Stags, where an intriguing mural portrays Hercules indulging in his favorite pastime - wine. This whimsical depiction adds a touch of humor to these ancient surroundings. Another highlight is the Tuscan atrium with its marble impluvium found within the House with Wooden Partition. It's easy to imagine how grandeur once filled these halls as water cascaded down into this central courtyard. As you take in panoramic views over Ercolano excavations, your eyes will inevitably be drawn towards Mount Vesuvius dominating the horizon. Its presence reminds us that nature can both create and destroy with equal force. Herculaneum offers an unparalleled opportunity to step back into history and witness firsthand what life was like during Roman times. From stunning mosaics to well-preserved structures, every corner holds secrets waiting to be discovered. So come immerse yourself in this captivating world where art meets archaeology at Herculaneum's remarkable ruins.