Herculaneum Collection

Painted Murals And Frescoes Inside A Room At The Ancient Roman Ruins At Herculaneum (Ercolano), Campania, Italy
Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum (Ercolano) was an ancient Roman town destroyed by volcanic pyroclastic flows in 79 AD

Floor of tepidarium in Roman central baths mosaic depicting Triton surrounded by dolphins, an octopus, squid and cherub with a whip, Herculaneum, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

The ruins of Herculaneum, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

The ruins of Herculaneum, a large Roman town destroyed in 79AD by a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

The drunken Hercules, House of the Stags, Herculaneum, Italy

Herculaneum Ruins
The ruins of the town of Herculaneum, Italy, less famous than Pompeii, but destroyed in the same series of eruptions of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Date: 1930s

Mount Vesuvius behind the ruins of the Roman resort of Herculaneum, destroyed in the eruption of AD 79 which covered the town in lava and mud, Herculaneum, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Excavation leading to the remains of Herculaneum buried in the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD
533724 Excavation leading to the remains of Herculaneum buried in the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Copperplate engraving 1815.; Parco Archeologico di Ercolano, Herculaneum, Naples, Campania

Wall painting of an arabesque with a mask of Oceanus found in Herculaneum
FLO4687005 Wall painting of an arabesque with a mask of Oceanus found in Herculaneum, and two other ornaments of Oceanus and a lotus flower found in the Temple of Isis

Ercolano, Italy over the ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum

Diana the huntress with her bow and arrow. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789

The Music Lesson, a Roman wall-painting from Herculaneum buried in the eruption of Vesuvius, from the British Museums collection

Italy, Naples, Herculaneum, Roman Ruins (UNESCO site)

Europe, Italy, Campania. Herculaneum. Marble relief

Europe, Italy, Campania. roman food shop in the ancient Herculaneum

Europe, Italy, Campania. Wall paintings inside a villa of Herculaneum

Europe, Italy, Campania. A mosaic on the floor of the old terme

Herculaneum Excavations, Italy

Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD)
XIR331774 Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Roman household gods or Lares in a Lararium shrine, showing two young men, genii of Augustus
6340007 Roman household gods or Lares in a Lararium shrine, showing two young men, genii of Augustus, in tunics and coturn sandals with drinking horns

Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum
6340011 Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum)

Plan and elevations of the theatre at Herculaneum
6340030 Plan and elevations of the theatre at Herculaneum by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Plan and elevations of the theatre at Herculaneum. Teatro d Ercolano)

Differents Vases, Furniture, Altars and Tripods Discovered at Herculaneum
659225 Differents Vases, Furniture, Altars and Tripods Discovered at Herculaneum (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Paris, Pierre-Adrien (1745-1819); 22.7x37 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Statue of Danaid, c. 50 BC (bronze)
3115150 Statue of Danaid, c.50 BC (bronze) by Roman, (1st century BC); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Found in the Villa of the Papyri in Herculaneum); Alinari

Herculaneum (engraving)
1608248 Herculaneum (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herculaneum. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 October 1855)

Historical views of Italy. The volcanic Mount Etna in Sicily 34, the rocks of Scylla and the whirlpool Charybdis 35, and Italians pushing a dog into the poisonous gas at the Cave of Dogs

Plan and elevations of the theatre at Herculaneum. Teatro d Ercolano. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World

Lares house gods from a shrine found in Herculaneum
Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum. Crowned genii pour libations and bring a boar to sacrfice

Marble statue of an Etruscan priest in ceremonial robes. He holds a patera or libation bowl in his right hand. Two Etruscan leaping priests or Salii carrying bronze shields or ancilia in a religious

Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajan s
Ancient Roman housing, barns and towers from Trajans Column. Granai e torri degli Alloggiamenti. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

An afternoon reception in Herculaneum (litho)
5209536 An afternoon reception in Herculaneum (litho) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: An afternoon reception in Herculaneum)

Musical instruments of the Greeks, from various monuments and paintings at Herculaneum (engraving)
5200775 Musical instruments of the Greeks, from various monuments and paintings at Herculaneum (engraving) by English School

Writing Materials and Implements, from specimens at Herculaneum (engraving)
5202165 Writing Materials and Implements, from specimens at Herculaneum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Writing Materials and Implements)

The Heraclian Dynasty (engraving)
818687 The Heraclian Dynasty (engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heraclian Dynasty from the Antiquities of Herculaneum published 1757-1761)

Antique wall painting from Herculaneum. Handcoloured lithograph by Cordes after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras, Ornamente aller klassischen Kunst-Epochen

Antique mosaics from Herculaneum, and antique wall painting from Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Cordes after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique painted capitals and stucco cornices from Herculaneum and Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Cordes after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique wall paintings from Herculaneum and Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Trampe after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique wall paintings from various rooms in Herculaneum and Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Brose after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique wall paintings from rooms in Herculaneum and Pompeii. Handcoloured lithograph by Trampe after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Antique wall paintings from Pompeii and Herculaneum. Handcoloured lithograph by Dettmers after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Wall paintings from the Casa di Argo, Herculaneum
Wall paintings from the House of Io and Argo, Casa di Argo, Herculaneum. Handcoloured lithograph by Berth after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art Eras

Wall painting from the Casa di Argo, Herculaneum
Trompe l oeil wall paintings from the House of Io and Argo, Casa di Argo, Herculaneum. Handcoloured lithograph by Berth after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of All Classical Art

View of the Street of Tombs outside the Herculaneum Gate, Pompeii. Chromolithograph after an illustration by S. De Stefani from Antonio Niccolinis Pompeii: Views and Restorations (Pompeii)

Wall paintings of arabesques and head of Oceanus
Wall painting of an arabesque with a mask of Oceanus found in Herculaneum, and two other ornaments of Oceanus and a lotus flower found in the Temple of Isis. All now in the Museum of Naples

Excavation of the theatre at Herculaneum
Plan of a grand theatre for 10, 000 spectators excavated at Herculaneum, near Vesuvius. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

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Step back in time and explore the ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum, located in Campania, Italy. As you wander through this archaeological site, you'll be captivated by the beautifully preserved painted murals and frescoes adorning the walls of various rooms. Each brushstroke tells a story from centuries ago, giving us a glimpse into the lives of those who once called this place home. One particular room showcases a mosaic floor depicting Triton surrounded by playful dolphins in the tepidarium of the Roman central baths. This intricate artwork is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of ancient artisans. The ruins themselves are awe-inspiring, with remnants of buildings that have stood for thousands of years despite being buried under layers of volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD. The sight of this majestic volcano looming behind Herculaneum serves as a constant reminder of its destructive power. In one corner lies the House of Stags, where an intriguing mural portrays Hercules indulging in his favorite pastime - wine. This whimsical depiction adds a touch of humor to these ancient surroundings. Another highlight is the Tuscan atrium with its marble impluvium found within the House with Wooden Partition. It's easy to imagine how grandeur once filled these halls as water cascaded down into this central courtyard. As you take in panoramic views over Ercolano excavations, your eyes will inevitably be drawn towards Mount Vesuvius dominating the horizon. Its presence reminds us that nature can both create and destroy with equal force. Herculaneum offers an unparalleled opportunity to step back into history and witness firsthand what life was like during Roman times. From stunning mosaics to well-preserved structures, every corner holds secrets waiting to be discovered. So come immerse yourself in this captivating world where art meets archaeology at Herculaneum's remarkable ruins.