Greek mythology sparked the Renaissance, transforming art from religious instruction to profound explorations of human potential.

Many of the paintings within the hall depict heroes of mythology and the Trojan War. Cassandra, Priam’s daughter, is seen on the walls of the dining room along with Apollo, the son of Zeus and Leto.

Archaeologists discovered rare paintings, showing Helen of Troy and other Greek figures, in the lost Roman city of Pompeii 2000 years after the deadly volcanic eruption. The paintings were ...

Those who wish to know more about this topic should consider paying a visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s ongoing exhibition, “Mythical, Divine, Demonic: Animal Imagery in South Asian ...