In the groundbreaking exhibition ‘Heracles to Alexander the Great’ the Ashmolean
will show more than 500 extraordinary objects, most of which go on display for the
first time anywhere in the world. These recent finds were discovered in the royal
burial tombs and the palace at Aegae, the ancient capital of Macedon. They rewrite
the history of early Greece and tell the story of the royal court and the kings and
queens of Macedon, descendants of Heracles whose rule culminated in the empire
of Alexander the Great. Aegae remained relatively unknown until 30 years ago when
excavations uncovered the unlooted tombs of Philip II and his grandson Alexander IV.
Recent work at the site by the 17th Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities,
and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, has continued to unearth a startling wealth
of objects – from beautifully intricate gold jewellery, silverware and pottery, to sculpture,
mosaic floors and architectural remains.
will show more than 500 extraordinary objects, most of which go on display for the
first time anywhere in the world. These recent finds were discovered in the royal
burial tombs and the palace at Aegae, the ancient capital of Macedon. They rewrite
the history of early Greece and tell the story of the royal court and the kings and
queens of Macedon, descendants of Heracles whose rule culminated in the empire
of Alexander the Great. Aegae remained relatively unknown until 30 years ago when
excavations uncovered the unlooted tombs of Philip II and his grandson Alexander IV.
Recent work at the site by the 17th Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities,
and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, has continued to unearth a startling wealth
of objects – from beautifully intricate gold jewellery, silverware and pottery, to sculpture,
mosaic floors and architectural remains.
The exhibition has been organised under the aegis of the Prime Minister of the
Hellenic Republic, Mr George A. Papandreou, in collaboration with the Hellenic
Ministry of Culture and Tourism, 17th Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities
Hellenic Republic, Mr George A. Papandreou, in collaboration with the Hellenic
Ministry of Culture and Tourism, 17th Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities
Lead supporter:
The George Economou Collection
The George Economou Collection
All Supporters
The Ashmolean is extremely grateful to all the supporters of the exhibition.
The Ashmolean is extremely grateful to all the supporters of the exhibition.
Events
Experience Greek culture with a series of exciting events including lectures,
performance, theatre, evening events, films, workshops, family activities.
Experience Greek culture with a series of exciting events including lectures,
performance, theatre, evening events, films, workshops, family activities.
Eating & Shopping
Enjoy Greek Food at the Ashmolean Dining Room, buy the catalogue and
browse the selection of Greek inspired gifts in the Exhibiton Shop
Enjoy Greek Food at the Ashmolean Dining Room, buy the catalogue and
browse the selection of Greek inspired gifts in the Exhibiton Shop
Press
Press images and information
Press images and information
Visit Greece
Visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aegae, today’s UNESCO world
heritage site of Vergina.
Visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aegae, today’s UNESCO world
heritage site of Vergina.
from:
0 σχόλια:
Post a Comment