Thriving in central Italy from the 8th to the 3rd
century BCE, the Etruscan civilization was renowned for its refined culture,
abundant mineral resources, and its status as a major trading power in the
Mediterranean. However, much of its traditions and history were either erased
or absorbed into that of its conqueror, Rome. Nevertheless, surviving Etruscan
tombs, their contents and wall paintings, as well as the Roman adoption of some
Etruscan clothing, religious practices, and architectural features, provide
compelling evidence of the great prosperity and significant contribution to
Mediterranean culture achieved by Italy's first major civilization.
Located in Rome, the National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia houses the
most significant and valuable collection of Etruscan objects in Italy. Found in
archaeological sites of Southern Etruria, located between the river Tiber and
the Tyrrhenian Sea, these archeological discoveries are displayed in the museum
along with highly sophisticated Greek artworks imported to Etruria between the
8th and 4th century BCE. Among the numerous finds of Etruscan culture, the
museum boasts the Sarcophagus of the Spouses from Cerveteri and many other
priceless relics datable between the 6th and 4th century
BCE. Founded in 1889, ETRU museum is now part of the Italian Ministry for
Cultural Heritage and Activities. Its mission is to enhance the value of the
Etruscan cultural heritage by organizing exhibitions and conferences and
promoting scientific research.
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