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In November 2022, archaeologists in Tuscany announced the "exceptional" discovery of at the ancient thermal spa of San Casciano dei Bagni . Submerged for over 2,000 years in mineral-rich mud and hot springs, the collection is considered the most significant bronze find in Italy since the 1972 discovery of the Riace Bronzes. Key Discovery Highlights

The statues were found in a network of baths at Bagno Grande , an ancient sanctuary near Siena that features 42 hot springs still active today. In November 2022, archaeologists in Tuscany announced the

The oxygen-free environment of the warm mud protected the bronzes from oxidation, preserving intricate details like lifelike facial expressions and the folds of clothing. In November 2022