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5 months agoThe Architectural History of the Louvre: 800 Years in Three Minutes
The Louvre's vastness requires more than one visit; it has evolved over eight centuries from fortress to museum.
This kind of humorous scene is an example of asaría, a type of ancient visual joke where animals behave like humans (anthropomorphism). Such mosaics were popular in Roman domestic decoration, often as floor or wall panels in villas and bathhouses.
Following a recent announcement from the Louvre's director about the museum's deteriorating condition, French President Emmanuel Macron is proposing plans to improve visitor experience, including higher ticket prices for non-EU guests.