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Illuminating Death through Art
Capuchin burial traditions teach us how to face death without fear
When one thinks of strange funerary traditions, the unique practices of the Capuchin monks may come to mind. This small sect of Catholic Franciscan monks was established in 1525 in the Umbria province in Italy, and while their general reformation … Continue reading
A Man Immortal? Roman Funeral Sculptures
In Ancient Roman funerals, the death of a family member called for a distinct craft
The role sculpture plays in memorializing loved ones who’ve passed seems almost inherent today. Personalization thrives in our contemporary selection of memorial sculptures, where families can select anything from angels to motorcycles for a family member. But where did the … Continue reading
The Art of Death in the Byzantine Empire
How the Byzantine Empire was met with an incredible juxtaposition of splendor and death
Time has turned the Byzantine Empire legendary from a grand successor into a struggling Roman Empire. Even if you can’t point to its capital on a map, odds are you’ve heard of the famed city of Constantinople. Known as “The … Continue reading
Etruscan Sarcophagi and the Marriage Bed (Part 1 of 2)
An Ancient Civilization Views Death as a Banquet in the Afterlife
Despite their extensive historical legacy, the Romans were not the only ancient civilization to populate Italy. The Etruscans were a tribe located in what is currently known as Tuscany, though the famous historian Herodotus traces their origins to Asia Minor. … Continue reading
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Tagged Etruscan, Etruscan civilization, Greek, Italy, Rome, Sarcophagus of the Spouses
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