News
Stories
Medieval Castles and the Culture of Authority
In a fragmented Europe where power was often measured by the strength of oneās walls, medieval castles became both military fortresses and instruments of propagandaādesigned not merely to repel invaders, but to impress subjects, rivals, and foreign envoys.
Read More
News
Stories
Personality Cult Behind Cameo Jewelry
How can a cameo help to build a personality cult? How can you use this specific form of engraving to send a message about your divine powers or extraordinary strength? These three Roman emperors knew. They used this rare form of luxury art to make their message have a special look and feel. Divine. If you want to say youāre divine, your āmessageā needs to look divine. And unique.
Read More