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Get to know more about the Roman Empire with these historical sites

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  Ancient Rome is a testament to humanity's greatness. Though many sites have not survived the test of time, there are still some places that people can visit to better understand the empire's history. In this blog post, Sadigh Gallery shares must-see historical sites in Rome.    Image source: Telegraph.co.uk The Forum One of the most important sites in Ancient Rome, The Forum served as the center of society. It was the venue for entertainment, political debates, hearings, trials, and other social gatherings. Because of this, other structures in the city were built near this building. As the empire expanded and more structures were erected, the use for The Forum lessened. Still, it remained a significant government complex for Ancient Rome. The Pantheon This building is considered to be one of the greatest architectural wonders in Ancient Rome with its iconic concrete domes. Completed in 125 AD, this structure is one of the most well-preserved ancient sites...

Some of the most famous fakes in art history

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  In the business of art and artifact curation, it must be noted that each piece that gains enough popularity attracts the eyes of many admirers. According to Sadigh Gallery, the items that gain a lot of attention command a high price, which gives a reason for other people to make money out of all sorts of fakery. Here are some of the most famous fakes in art history. La Bella Principessa (attributed to Leonardo da Vinci) An art dealer by the name of Peter Silverman claimed that he discovered this piece in the drawer of a friend’s home in Paris. However, there was substantial proof that the painting was auctioned off and sold to Peter Silverman a few years before. There is much debate among experts on whether this painting is one of Da Vinci’s. Many believed that it had already created enough of a market for it to be passed off and sold as authentic.  Image source: austinartistsmarket.com   Watercolors (attributed to Marc Chagall) In the 1960s, a new art de...