Ancient Civilizations of Turkmenistan

Ancient Civilizations of Turkmenistan presents more than 150 archeological works from the historical regions of Margiana and the Parthian capital of Nisa in modern‐day Turkmenistan. It features rare items never before exhibited outside the country—including clay heads of rulers and warriors, gold and semi-precious gemstone jewelry and ivory drinking horns (rhyta)—that highlight the region’s role as a pivotal cultural and commercial crossroads connecting Mesopotamia, Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Musei Capitolini, Rome, through April 12.