Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)

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Artifacts is a collection of curiosities dedicated to objects left behind by the ancient Romans. This category features lesser-known facts and interesting information about archaeological finds, such as tools, weapons, coins, inscriptions, and everyday objects, which provide a deeper understanding of life in the Roman Empire.

Interesting mosaic showing cat

Detail from Roman mosaic showing a cat, Pompeii.Więcej

Fresco showing rape of Europe

A fragment of the Roman fresco depicting the rape of Europe by Zeus / Jupiter – hidden in the form of a bull. The object was found in Pompeii. Currently located in the National Archaeological…Więcej

Drawing showing discovery of Temple of Isis in Pompeii

Hand-colored engraving from the book “Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies” by William Hamilton (1730-1803). The drawing shows the cover and excavations at the Isis temple in Pompeii. “Campi Phlegraei” is…Więcej

Wine shop sign in Pompeii

Advertising signboard of the Roman wineshop in Herculaneum, promoting different types of wine and prices. “Ad Cucumas” on the signboard is probably the name of the place.Więcej

Roman fresco showing woman serving drink

Roman fresco depicting a woman serving a drink to a beggar or a traveller. There is also a version that suggests that a woman is giving a man a magic drink or medicine. The object…Więcej

Roman brazier shaped like altar

Brazier shaped like an altar. Bronze, from Pompeii.Więcej

Lararium in Pompeii

Lararium – small niche for Lares, the household gods. Located in Pompeii, dated back to I century CE.Więcej

Unusual bust of Ptolemy Apion

An unusual bust of Ptolemy Apion. The object was found in the Papyrus Villa in Herculaneum. It is currently in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. Ptolemy Apion is the last ruler of Cyrenaica, who…Więcej

Submission of bull in sacrifice

Roman fresco showing an offering a bull for sacrifice. Object found in Pompeii. Dated back to I century CE. Currently located in Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples.Więcej

Festoon with masks, leaves and fruit on Roman mosaic

Festoon with masks, leaves and fruit. Found in Casa del Fauno, Pompeii VI 12, 2. Currently located in Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples.Więcej

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