Woman with wax tablets and stylus (so-called "Sappho"), fresco from Pompeii (VI, Insula Occidentalis), 55-79 AD

Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli

Here from: https://www.museoarcheologiconapoli.it/en/room-and-sections-of-the-exhibition/frescoes/

We will look at the discovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the 18th century, and assess what the subsequent excavations have told us about life and work in these ancient towns. We will pay particular attention to the wonderful artistic treasures preserved so perfectly by the volcanic ash.

A 5-hour “taster” course, delivered via 2 x 2½-hour sessions on consecutive Saturdays (17 April and 24 April).

Please note that this is a WEA course, and can only be booked directly with the WEA. For further details and booking, please follow this link.