Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)

Roman marble figure of a togatus – man wearing a toga. Object dated back to 2nd century CE.

Roman theater mask, located in the Roman-Germanic Museum in Cologne (Germany).

Remains of Roman leather shoes from the site of Martres de Veyre (France). The sole consists of several layers of leather held together with iron nails. Discovered in 1893. Dated back to II century CE.

Roman beautiful geometric mosaic-work from Ravenna (Italy). Object located in Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.

Roman sculpture made of carnelian or agate showing unknown emperor. The person wears a lion skin. Object found in Geresa (Jordan) and dates back to II-IV century CE.

Remains of the northern gate of the Roman fort in Bu Njem in Libya. In ancient times, this place was called Gholaia and was founded on the initiative of the emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 CE).

Reliefs on the Roman tomb, showing the twelve works of Hercules and the scenes of hunting. The property is currently located in Rome, in the Borghese Gallery.

Roman miniature skeleton, made of bronze, dated back to I century CE. Object was symbolizing fragility of life. Several similar skeletons are known, including one in silver found at Pompeii.

Roman interesting drinking glass, dated back to I century CE.

Detail from Roman colorful mosaic, showing scene of fight between centaurs and tiger. Object was found in Hadrian’s Villa and dates back to around 130 CE. Currently located in Altes Museum Berlin.