guy Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 (edited) The “House of the Griffins” is an aristocratic home on the Palantine Hill, dating from the first and second century BCE during the Roman Republican era. Due to the fragile frescoes and narrow access, the public will be able to visit only by tours led by guides using head-mounted smartphones. It is hoped that this method will allow access to while minimizing humidity and CO2, preserving the delicate art. The house is well known for its frescoes and mosaics, including the griffin (lion/eagle) imagery. https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/world/2026-01-13-ancient-roman-home-opens-to-public-with-remote-guided-tours/ Edited January 13 by guy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guidoLaMoto Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 I've always admired the artwork on interior Roman walls. They must have had hundreds of talented interior decorators...but I also wonder if Romans ever suffered from claustrophobia? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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