Ancient Thrace and the Classical World: Treasures from Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece

The ancient land of Thrace, on the northern border of Greece (comprising present-day Bulgaria and parts of Romania), was home to a tribal culture that produced superb gold, silver, and bronze works used in aristocratic pursuits, such as warfare, horsemanship, and banqueting. 

This exhibition features many objects that were discovered in spectacular Thracian burial mounds. At various times adversaries and allies of the Greeks, the Thracians were greatly influenced by Greek art but created their own distinctive style.

Part of Getty’s program The Classical World in Context. Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Republic of Bulgaria.​

Credit: Overview from museum website