An exhibition guide and catalogue of ancient statuary portraying gods, emperors and evocative scenes of chariot races at the Roman Circus, as well as a selection of intricate mosaics and two wall paintings from nearby Isola Sacra (Ostia’s cemetery), amongst the finest examples from the site.  As a backdrop to the exhibition paintings and sculptures reflecting the ruins today were commissioned as a juxtaposition to the ancient statues.  Paperback.  112 pages.  Many colour illustrations.  Bibliography.  New condition.  Cat No 2866