ATHENS, Greece — The biggest and oldest repository of Greece's archaeological riches is celebrating its 150th birthday with a small but jam-packed exhibition. Many of the museum's best-known pieces are absent — though visible in neighboring halls — ceding the spotlight to understated artifacts such as a tiny piece of a painted 6th century B.C. The museum was founded in the late 19th century, with the intention of bringing together masterpieces from all over the country. Even so, the roughly 11,000 pieces on display are far outnumbered by the items in storage and only accessible to specialists. In recent years, museum officials have sought to bring those too to the public eye in occasional displays.

Source: New York Times November 04, 2016 14:23 UTC