European Art and Civilization – 1400 to Present
Pompeii was an ancient Roman city that was famously preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This catastrophic event buried the city under volcanic ash, allowing for an extraordinary preservation of its buildings, art, and everyday life, making it a vital site for understanding Roman civilization and aesthetics during the Neoclassical period.
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