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Categories: CULTURE
Pompeii archaeological finds and pop art
Entities: Philip Colbert · Pompeii · Polykleitos · Alessandro Giuli · Villa Civita Giuliana
Overview
In early August 2026 the Archaeological Park of Pompeii combined new archaeological highlights with a contemporary art exhibition. On 2 August, archaeologists announced the discovery of a well‑preserved Roman four‑wheeled iron carriage near Villa Civita Giuliana, described as unique in Italy. At the same time the park opened British artist Philip Colbert’s “Pop Mythology” show, featuring more than 30 monumental lobster sculptures installed throughout the ruins.
The following day, 3 August, the park presented a scientific bronze replica of the ancient Greek sculpture Polykleitos’ Canon, unveiled by Italy’s Minister of Culture and park officials. The lobster exhibition continued, marking the first large‑scale contemporary sculpture display inside Pompeii’s ancient houses in three decades and reinforcing the park’s aim to juxtapose antiquity with modern pop culture.
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6 days ago
[CULTURE] 4 sourcesPompeii unveils bronze Polykleitos Canon replica and giant lobster pop‑artPompeii hosted a bronze replica of Polykleitos' Canon and Philip Colbert's giant lobster pop‑art exhibition, linking ancient heritage with contemporary art.
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6 days ago
[CULTURE] 2 sourcesPompeii hosts ancient carriage discovery and giant lobster art exhibitionPompeii saw the unearthing of a rare Roman carriage near Villa Civita Giuliana and the debut of Philip Colbert’s giant lobster sculpture exhibition in the archaeological park.
Sources
arminhanisch.de · de.euronews.com · ecampania.it · it.euronews.com · senzalinea.it · vivicentro.it