Artwork From Pompeii

Artwork from Pompeii

On this page are twelve examples of Artwork from Pompeii in vibrant colors. They come from the book La Décoration Murale à Pompéi written by Pierre Busman in 1924. The artwork from Pompeii offers a vivid glimpse into the daily life and culture of ancient Roman society before the city’s destruction in 79 CE by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Preserved under layers of ash, Pompeian art includes detailed frescoes, mosaics, and sculptures found in homes, temples, and public spaces. The frescoes, often painted in the “Pompeian styles,” depict mythological scenes, landscapes, and domestic life with remarkable realism. Mosaics commonly adorned floors with intricate geometric patterns or lifelike images of animals and people. If you’re having fun viewing this artwork from Pompeii, you should check out the galleries with more Frescoes from Pompeii and scenes from Ancient Pompeii. Enjoy!



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