Director Federica Colaiacomo Expresses Her Condolences on the Passing of the Archaeologist, a Deeply Knowledgeable Expert on Herculaneum, Pompeii, and the Vesuvian Area
The Herculaneum Archaeological Park expresses its sincere sorrow at the passing of Prof. Antonio De Simone, an archaeologist and a leading expert on the regions of Herculaneum, Pompeii, and the Vesuvian area. The Park extends its deepest sympathies to his family, colleagues, students, and all those who shared with him the work of studying, researching, and preserving the archaeological heritage.
A university professor, Antonio De Simone was one of the leading scholars of the Vesuvian area and contributed to the excavations at the Villa dei Papiri in Herculaneum, which brought previously unexplored sections to light.
“The passing of Prof. De Simone leaves a void in the scientific community and throughout the Vesuvian region. A passionate scholar, he helped raise awareness of these places, their history, and their significance. On behalf of myself and the entire Herculaneum Archaeological Park, I extend my deepest condolences to his family and all those who loved him. We will cherish his memory and, with gratitude, carry forward his commitment to the understanding and preservation of this heritage,” stated the Park’s Director, Federica Colaiacomo.