Tag: Ancient art
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An Ancient Pompeii Mosaic Warns “Beware of the Dog”
Step back in time to ancient Pompeii, where a remarkable mosaic greets visitors with a timeless warning. The House of the Tragic Poet, a medium-sized dwelling near the Forum baths, holds a fascinating piece of Pompeii archeology. In its vestibule lies a striking example of ancient Roman mosaics – the famous “Cave Canem” or “Beware…