Valeria Messalina, wife of Emperor Claudius, was known for her alleged promiscuity and political machinations. Executed in 48 AD for marrying another man, her controversial legacy persists.
Discover how the Roman Republic's ingenious political safeguards—from the dual consul system to strict term limits—offer powerful solutions to today's democratic vulnerabilities and governance crises.
Roman copies of Greek statues reveal insights into cultural exchanges, showcasing how Romans adapted Greek art to their ideals, reflecting different beauty standards.
Roman portrait sculpture evolved from hyper-realism in the Republican Era to abstract spirituality in the Constantinian period, reflecting changing cultural ideals.