Nov. 12, 1939: This photo, published shortly after the start of the Second World War, ran with this caption: “The Winged Victory of Samothrace, another great achievement of the ancient Greek sculptors, packed for removal in accordance with plans for its protection formulated far in advance of the war.” A 2009 exhibition at the Louvre showed photos documenting how art was relocated for safety during wartime. Photo: The New York Times
Marble sculpture of the impression made in the pillow of his late father in-law after lifting him up from his death bed.
A 16th century armour embossed with lions heads. It is the finest decorated armour in the Royal Armouries collection.
Camillo Rusconi. St. Matthew. 1708-1718. Marble.
Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano. Roma, Italia.
