With deep sadness and indignation, the Municipality of Nikaia-Aghios Ioannis Rentis announced that the bronze…
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A bronze statue of legendary soprano Maria Callas, created by Greek sculptor Nikos Floros, was unveiled at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris, honoring her timeless legacy and global cultural impact. The initiative, led by the Greek and Italian Delegations to UNESCO, celebrates Callas as a universal symbol of artistic excellence and Hellenic heritage.
A headless bronze statue, possibly of Greek origin, will be returned to Türkiye by the Cleveland Museum of Art after being confirmed as looted from the ancient city of Bubon. The statue, potentially depicting Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius or a Greek philosopher, is valued at $20 million and is part of a larger collection of repatriated antiquities recovered by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.
In 2013, a significant archaeological discovery was made in the Gaza Strip when a rare bronze statue of the ancient Greek god Apollo emerged from shallow waters. Initially listed for sale on eBay, the statue was secured by authorities following coverage by journalist Fabio Scuto. This remarkable find, rooted in the region’s rich historical tapestry, invites further exploration into its origins and journey.
Turkish fishermen in Physkos (Φύσκος, Turkish: Marmaris) found a bronze statue of a woman, 2…
A bronze statue honouring James Martin was unveiled in Sydney’s Martin Place last Thursday. Martin…
