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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Ancient Greek and Roman statues didn't originally look like they do now in museums. A new study says they didn't smell the ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
An ancient Greek statue of Hermes is displayed in the archeological museum in Olympia, Greece, in 2012. The motivation for scenting and adorning statues was primarily religious. "It was primarily ...
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The Rod of Asclepius: Unraveling the Ancient Greek Symbol of Healing
Asclepius’ cult spread across ancient Greece, giving rise to the Asclepieia—sacred healing ... Despite its ties to medicine, the Rod of Asclepius is often overshadowed by the caduceus, Hermes’ staff ...