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Some of the world’s most renowned ancient Classical sculptures are housed here, by artists such as Phidias, Lysippus, Praxiteles and Polyclitus. Also of great importance are the striking Greek and Roman portrait busts. Ground floor.

A true treasure-trove of bronze masterpieces, including a Resting Hermes, Fauns, Water-Bearers and a host of statues and busts. First floor.

These Roman works excavated from Pompeii disclose a great deal about the society and religion of the time. First floor.

Romans had a love of mosaic decoration, for both floors and walls. Small chips of coloured glass and stone (tesserae ) were used to create scenes of every genre. Mezzanine.

Once held too obscene to be shown, this collection can now be seen by appointment. In frescoes, sculptures, mosaics and more, we can sense the exuberant sexuality of the ancient world. Mezzanine.

Masters at producing coloured and transparent glassware, the Romans carried these techniques to artistic heights. The celebrated Farnese Cup is engraved, in semiprecious stone with layers of sardonyx and agate. First floor.

Pottery here includes Greek and Etruscan kraters and Roman terracotta jars, vases and figurines. Grecian urns, with red figures on black backgrounds, depict a variety of scenes. Cups and lanterns also feature. First floor.

The collection of incised gems contains Greek and Roman pieces, while bronze, silver and gold coins include some from Magna Graecia. Ancient written records include the bronze Tavole di Eraclea (3rd century BC). Ground floor.

Shields, helmets and swords remind us that the ancient world was one of combat, but metal-smiths also made adornments such as armlets. Domestic items include lamps and cups. Basement.

This collection contains examples of art from the Ancient Kingdom (2700– 2200 BC) down to the Roman age. Funereal steles, vases, statuettes, sarcophagi and mummies can be seen here. Basement & first floor.