Simply divine! Mythological art from the ancient Romans to today’s advertising

Wed, 23/01/2013 – Sat, 28/04/2013
Schlossmuseum
Schlossberg 1
4010 Linz

Greco-Roman mythology is still omnipresent. Not only in art, theater, film and literature, but also in advertising. The ancient gods are popular motifs and employed as symbols of human vices and virtues. Therefore it is no wonder that they have to serve as namesakes for various brands.

The exhibitions shows objects from two millennia and provides new and sometimes surprising insights. The exhibition raises the question why we never forget the Greco-Roman gods and why we are still familiar with their fortunes   …