Gabriel Zuchtreigel

Gabriel Zuchtreigel, Director of Pompeii and a passionate advocate for archaeology, shares his insights on the democratic nature of history through material evidence. He discusses uncovering the lives of everyday people, including the marginalized, and emphasizes addressing issues like looting and the ethics of museum practices. Zuchtreigel recounts the thrill of unexpected discoveries, such as ancient frescoes, and reflects on the emotional impact of human casts. His nocturnal walks around Pompeii reveal a haunting connection to the past.