Ancient Roman Statues

Syria, National Museum of Damascus and Ancient Rome

Theft of Roman statues from Syria’s main museum believed to be the work of an individual

Investigators believe that the theft of several ancient statues dating back to the Roman era from Syria’s national museum was likely the work of an individual, not an organized gang, officials said We...

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Ancient Roman-Era Statues Taken During Brazen Museum Heist in Damascus

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Ancient Roman Statues Stolen From Syrian Museum Amid Fragile Recovery

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Investigators make breakthrough in case of ancient marble statues stolen from museum

Investigators believe the theft of several ancient Roman statues from Syria’s National Museum in Damascus was likely the work of an individual, not an organised gang, officials stated on Wednesday.

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Theft of Roman statues from Syrian museum believed to be work of individual

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Thieves steal Roman statues from Syria's national museum

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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says

Researchers have known for many years that there was more to ancient Greek and Roman statues than the plain white marble you typically see in museums. A few years ago, museum visitors in New York City finally got the opportunity to see how the statues ...

Ancient Rome’s fanciest glasses are full of cryptic symbols

Tiny symbols engraved into ancient Roman drinkware may be more than merely decorative accents. After two years of research, an art historian believes that the designs on glass Roman cage cups are testaments to the skill and collaborative efforts required to craft some of the empire’s most renowned pieces of glasswork.

Thieves steal ancient Roman-era statues from the national museum in Syria

The National Museum of Damascus reopened in January as the country was reeling from civil war and the fall of the 54-year Assad family rule.