The treasures of Troy, the inspiration for legends, at the British Museum…

The British Museum collected the Trojan treasures from the countries were they were located and opened the “Troy: Myth and Truth” exhibition. The exhibition opened on November 21, 2019 will remain open until March 8.

The “Trojan Collection”, consisting of 500 pieces of souvenirs about the legend and treasures of Troy, will be on sale at the British Museum Shop in London on November 21.

Troy, the story of a big city, an irresistible dramatic and tragic story, drawn into a 10- year war to kidnap the most beautiful woman in the world, came to life at the British Museum. The most complete exhibition of Troy’s legend opened at the British Museum on November 21, 2019. The exhibition, which will remain open until March 8, includes 300 works from the Bronze Age to the present day.

The exhibition also tells the stories of Helen, Paris, Achilles and the wooden horse that caused the destruction of the city, and how it inspired artists throughout history. The biggest war story in history Alexandra Villing, curator of the exhibition, where legends and real products of the city inspired Homer, İlyada and Odyssey.

Alexandra Villing said that the Trojan War is “one of the greatest stories ever told, an archetypal war for all wars”.

Stating that the legend has lived very vividly for three thousand years and inspired Roman, medieval and modern writers and artists, Villing said: “Because; it’s really a story that has it all: love and loss, courage and passion, violence and revenge, twists and turns, victory and tragedy. “

The 3000-year-old Legend of Troy The British Museum included the following statements in the promotional message of the exhibition: The legend of Troy has endured for more than 3,000 years.

The story of a great city, plunged into a 10- year war over the abduction of the most beautiful woman in the world, is irresistibly dramatic and tragic. This allure has sent adventurers and archaeologists in quest of the lost city, which is now widely believed to have existed.

But what of the heroes and heartbroken, women and wanderers, who are said to have played a part in the Trojan War? Why have they inspired so many retellings, from Homer to Shakespeare to Hollywood? Get closer to these captivating characters as you explore the breathtaking art that brings them to life, from dramatic ancient sculptures and exquisite vase paintings to powerful contemporary works.

You can also examine the fascinating archaeological evidence that proves there was a real Troy, offering tantalising hints at the truth behind the mythical stories.

From Helen of Troy’s abduction to the deception of the Trojan Horse and the fall of the city, tread the line between myth and reality in this phenomenal new exhibition.