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The Irish Sun
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- The Irish Sun
Saucy 2,000-year-old ‘erotic art' stolen by Nazis from Pompeii treasure trove during WW2 finally handed in
ANCIENT erotic art stolen from Pompeii more than 80 years ago has finally been returned, Italy's cultural heritage police have announced. The 2,000-year-old mosaic, depicting a half-naked couple, was stolen by a Nazi officer during World War Two. 5 The piece shows a man reclining in bed with his female partner standing in front of him - and is a classic piece of ancient Roman art Credit: Reuters 5 The Nazi officer gifted the piece to a civilian, who kept it until his death Credit: Reuters 5 The mosaic panel, set on a slab of travertine, dates to between the late 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D Credit: Reuters The piece shows a man reclining in bed with his female partner standing in front of him - and is a classic piece of ancient Roman art. It was returned to Pompeii following a diplomatic effort between Italy and Germany, the police said in a statement. The mosaic was taken from the area around Pompeii, near Naples, during the war by a German Nazi army captain, who had been assigned to military logistics in Italy. The Nazi officer gifted the piece to a civilian, who kept it until his death. READ MORE ON POMPEII Though his heirs contacted the Italian authorities to arrange its return once they realised the artwork's origin. The mosaic panel, set on a slab of travertine, dates to between the late 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D. It marks a cultural shift in ancient Roman art, according to Gabriel Zuchtriegel, the German-born director of the Pompeii archaeological park. Previously, Roman art was dominated by heroic myths, legends and Gods. Most read in Science But everyday intimacy had started to become common in artworks later on. "Here we see a new theme, the routine of domestic love," he said, noting that the male figure's expression "seems almost a little bored". Ancient Pompeii home unseen for 2,000 YEARS finally unearthed The mosaic will be put on display at Pompeii, alongside the hundreds of other items and archaeological treasures. The Romans' affinity for brothels, alcohol, and pornography has been well documented and discovered among the ruins of Pompeii - the city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. 5 Fresco from the Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii Credit: Getty Hundreds of sexually explicit works of art from Pompeii have been placed in the Secret Museum in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. These include graphic sex scenes - which experts believe could be advertisements for local brothels, as well as lots of phallic statuary, believed to bring wealth, fertility, and good luck. Some of these pieces were so cheeky that they were deemed "pornographic" in 1821, and the National Archaeological Museum closed the room to visitors in 1849. The Secret Museum didn't reopen for good until 2000. 5 Pompeii was the ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Credit: Getty The destruction of Pompeii – what happened in 79 AD? Pompeii was an ancient Roman city near modern Naples, in the Campania region of Italy. It was destroyed, along with the Roman town of Herculaneum and many villas in the surrounding area, and buried under volcanic ash in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The violent explosion killed the city's inhabitants, with the site lost for around 1,500 years until its initial redsicovery in 1599 and broader redesicovery almost 150 years after that. The thermal energy released from Vesuvius was said to be a hundred thousand times that of the nuclear blasts at Hiroshima-Nagasaki. The remains beneath the city have been preserved for more than a millenium due to the lack of air and moisture in the ground. During excavations, plaster was injected into the voids in the ash layers that once held human bodies, allowing scientists to recreate their exact poses at the time of their deaths. Mount Vesuvius is arguably the most dangerous volcano on earth. It had been inactive for almost a century before roaring back into life and destroying Pompeii. Since then, it has exploded around three dozen more times – most recently in 1944 – and stands in close proximity to three million people. Although its current status is dormant, Vesuvius is an 'extremely active' and unpredictable volcano, according to experts. To this day, scientists are finding cultural, architectural and human remains on the banks of Mount Vesuvius. Excavations at thermal baths in Pompeii's ruins in February revealed the skeleton of a crouching child who perished in the 79 AD eruption.
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
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- Scottish Sun
Saucy 2,000-year-old ‘erotic art' stolen by Nazis from Pompeii treasure trove during WW2 finally handed in
The mosaic panel, set on a slab of travertine, dates to between the late 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D NAZI LOOT Saucy 2,000-year-old 'erotic art' stolen by Nazis from Pompeii treasure trove during WW2 finally handed in Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ANCIENT erotic art stolen from Pompeii more than 80 years ago has finally been returned, Italy's cultural heritage police have announced. The 2,000-year-old mosaic, depicting a half-naked couple, was stolen by a Nazi officer during World War Two. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 The piece shows a man reclining in bed with his female partner standing in front of him - and is a classic piece of ancient Roman art Credit: Reuters 5 The Nazi officer gifted the piece to a civilian, who kept it until his death Credit: Reuters 5 The mosaic panel, set on a slab of travertine, dates to between the late 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D Credit: Reuters The piece shows a man reclining in bed with his female partner standing in front of him - and is a classic piece of ancient Roman art. It was returned to Pompeii following a diplomatic effort between Italy and Germany, the police said in a statement. The mosaic was taken from the area around Pompeii, near Naples, during the war by a German Nazi army captain, who had been assigned to military logistics in Italy. The Nazi officer gifted the piece to a civilian, who kept it until his death. Though his heirs contacted the Italian authorities to arrange its return once they realised the artwork's origin. The mosaic panel, set on a slab of travertine, dates to between the late 1st century B.C. and the 1st century A.D. It marks a cultural shift in ancient Roman art, according to Gabriel Zuchtriegel, the German-born director of the Pompeii archaeological park. Previously, Roman art was dominated by heroic myths, legends and Gods. But everyday intimacy had started to become common in artworks later on. "Here we see a new theme, the routine of domestic love," he said, noting that the male figure's expression "seems almost a little bored". Ancient Pompeii home unseen for 2,000 YEARS finally unearthed The mosaic will be put on display at Pompeii, alongside the hundreds of other items and archaeological treasures. The Romans' affinity for brothels, alcohol, and pornography has been well documented and discovered among the ruins of Pompeii - the city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. 5 Fresco from the Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii Credit: Getty Hundreds of sexually explicit works of art from Pompeii have been placed in the Secret Museum in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. These include graphic sex scenes - which experts believe could be advertisements for local brothels, as well as lots of phallic statuary, believed to bring wealth, fertility, and good luck. Some of these pieces were so cheeky that they were deemed "pornographic" in 1821, and the National Archaeological Museum closed the room to visitors in 1849. The Secret Museum didn't reopen for good until 2000. 5 Pompeii was the ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Credit: Getty
Euronews
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Erotic mosaic stolen by Nazi captain returns to Pompeii
An erotic-themed mosaic from the Roman era was returned to the Archaeological Park of Pompeii on Tuesday, after being stolen by a Nazi German captain during World War II. The artwork was repatriated from Germany through diplomatic channels. It was arranged by the Italian Consulate in Stuttgart having been returned from the heirs of the last owner, a deceased German citizen. The owner had received the mosaic as a gift from a Wehrmacht captain, assigned to the military supply chain in Italy during the war. The heirs of the mosaic's last owner in Germany contacted the Carabinieri unit in Rome that's dedicated to protecting cultural heritage, which was in charge of the investigation, asking for information on how to return the mosaic to the Italian state. Authorities carried out the necessary checks to establish its authenticity and provenance, and then worked to repatriate the mosaic in September 2023. The mosaic - dating between mid- to last century B.C. and the first century - is considered a work of 'extraordinary cultural interest.' 'It is the moment when the theme of domestic love becomes an artistic subject,' said Gabriel Zuchtriegel, director of the Archaeological Park of Pompeii and co-author of an essay dedicated to the returned work. 'While the Hellenistic period, from the fourth to the first century B.C., exulted the passion of mythological and heroic figures, now we see a new theme." The collaboration with the Archaeological Park of Pompeii was also key, as it made it possible to trace it to near the Mount Vesuvius volcano, despite the scarcity of data on the original context of its discovery, the Carabinieri said. 'Today's return is like healing an open wound,' Zuchtriegel said, adding that the mosaic allows to reconstruct the story of that period, the first century A.D., before Pompeii was destroyed by the Vesuvius eruption in A.D. 79. The park's director also highlighted how the return by the heirs of its owner signals an important change in 'mentality,' as 'the sense of possession (of stolen art) becomes a heavy burden' - referring to the so-called 'Pompeii curse,' which according to a popular superstition hits whoever steals artifacts in Pompeii. 'We see that often in the many letters we receive from people who may have stolen just a stone, to bring home a piece of Pompeii.'
The Province
18 hours ago
- Sport
- The Province
B.C. Lions' offensive line earns CFL weekly honour roll selection
The Lions' offensive line had a grade of 64.6 for its play in B.C.'s dominant 32-14 win over Edmonton Published Jul 15, 2025 • 1 minute read File photo: B.C. Lions quarterback Jeremiah Masoli against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Winnipeg June 12, 2025. Photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO — Hamilton Tiger-Cats cornerback Jamal Peters, Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris and the B.C. Lions offensive line earned top honours Tuesday in the CFL's weekly honour roll. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Peters was the top defensive player, earning a grade of 90.9 both overall and in coverage snaps in Hamilton's 23-20 win over Ottawa. Peters had two tackles and two interceptions — his third career game with multiple picks — to solidify the Ticats' third straight victory. Harris was the top offensive player, registering a grade of 87.9 in Saskatchewan's 24-10 loss to Calgary. Harris completed 36-of-44 passes for 425 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions. The Lions' offensive line had a grade of 64.6 for its play in B.C.'s 32-14 win over Edmonton. The unit's top three performers were Jarell Broxton and Ilm Manning (both 73.0) and Chris Schleuger (62.9). Broxton earned the top individual honour among offensive linemen. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The CFL honour roll highlights players in nine positions based on data points registered and compiled by Pro Football Focus, an American sports analytics company. The other individual winners included: B.C. running back James Butler (85.1); Saskatchewan receiver Joe Robustelli (86.1); Calgary defensive lineman Jaylon Hutchings (79.5); Edmonton linebacker Nick Anderson (82.1); Ottawa returner Kalil Pimpleton (78.8); Stampeders punter Mark Vassett (73.9) and Roughriders special-teams player Jaxon Ford (84.6). Read More Crime News News Local News News
CTV News
a day ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Metro Vancouver hit with above-average temperatures
A paddleboarder is seen on a warm day in White Rock on Tuesday, July 15. B.C.'s South Coast is experiencing above-average temperatures this week. The heat has been relentless, and it's expected to continue for at least a few more days. There aren't currently any heat warnings or alerts in effect, but Environment Canada says the South Coast is on the cusp of that. Temperatures inland are expected to reach 32 degrees C Tuesday, but it'll feel more like 36 C because of the humidity. 'When it's higher humidity, you definitely notice that when you go outside that the air encompasses your skin more…and your perspiration is not able to ventilate away as effectively as it would under drier conditions,' said Matt Loney, a meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada. The weather agency says Tuesday will be the hottest day of the week, but the warm weather will likely stick around until the weekend, when it's expected to cool off. Over the past few days, it hasn't been getting any cooler than 17 C at night. That, combined with the soaring daytime temperatures, has left officials watching the mercury closely. 'We don't have heat warnings in effect, per se, but it's actually flirting with heat warning criteria that we normally use,' said Loney. He doesn't expect heat alerts will be issued this week because Wednesday's forecast appears to be a bit cooler. 'We need two consecutive days of temperatures above 32 degrees as you go inland, and overnight low temperatures above 17 degrees. So we're not quite getting there,' said Loney. Heat stroke becomes a concern when the heat index, which is the temperature and the humidity combined, is more than 32 degrees. Officials are reminding British Columbians to check in on the very old and the very young until things cool off.
