Excavations at Villa delle Vignacce
by meggie on Jan.18, 2009, under Academics and News, Archaeology
Recent excavations undertaken by the American Institute for Roman Culture (AIRC) in a suburb outside Rome have yielded yet more fascinating results. In 2007, a massive bath complex was discovered that included both conventional mosaics and the remains of glass mosaic pieces inside the vaulted, domed building. There is also evidence of the extensive villa of Quintus Servilius Pudens, a wealthy associate of the Emperor Hadrian (r 117-138). Excavations continue on this site that dates from the second century AD/CE.
The AIRC is an organisation of archaeologists, scholars and researchers who work in association with local and government authorities to ensure the study and preservation of Ancient Rome continues. More information on their work can be found at their website: www.romanculture.org
