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"The Heritage of the Ancient Roman Empire" Exhibition

National Museum Of Western Art, Tokyo
Finished
The ancient Roman Empire, an empire whose relative longevity and breadth stands as a major accomplishment in the history of mankind. This exhibition traces the Roman Empire from its inception to its glorious pinnacle, presenting art works and archaeological materials that reveal the secrets behind the splendor of an empire that spread throughout most of the European continent. Julius Caesar was a genius politician of the first century BC, and his adopted son Octavius (who later ruled as Augustus Caesar) inherited his zeal. Through the efforts of these two men, the city-state of Rome was transformed into an empire. The first section of the exhibition, "The Birth of an Empire", traces that transformation process, while the second section, "The Empire of Augustus and its Organization," reveals the system of governance Augustus used to bring peace across the Empire. The third section, "The Wealth of the Empire," reveals the prosperity of the empire during its most splendid, joyous period. The volcanic Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79, at the zenith of Rome’s imperial power, and buried the town of Pompeii in ash. The murals and silver eating utensils from Pompeii displayed here reveal the luxurious lifestyle of that time. This exhibition of unparalleled scope and range features approximately 120 fascinating works from the collections of the Naples National Archaeological Museum (Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli) and other museums throughout Italy.

Schedule

Sep 19 (Sat) 2009-Dec 13 (Sun) 2009 

Opening Hours Information

Hours
9:30-17:30
Closes at 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Closed
Monday
Open on a public holiday Monday but closed on the following day.
Closed during the New Year holidays.
FeeAdults ¥1500, College Students ¥1200, High School Students ¥700
VenueNational Museum Of Western Art, Tokyo
https://www.nmwa.go.jp/en/
Location7-7 Ueno-Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0007
Access1 minute walk from the Koen exit of JR Ueno Station, 7 minute walk from the Main exit of Keisei Ueno Station on the Keisei line.
Phone050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)