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.

Roman glass head flask

Roman glass head flask. Dated back to 1st-2nd century CE.Więcej

Roman erotic mosaic showing black slave

Roman erotic mosaic from Timgad (current Algeria), showing black slave. Object dated back to circa I CE. Mosaic found at the entrance to the baths. He is currently in the Museum in Timgad.Więcej

Beautifully decorated Roman ships prow

Roman ships prow ornament made of bronze. Dated back to circa 1st century BCE – 1st century CE.Więcej

Roman mosaic showing mice eating nut

Roman mosaic showing mice eating a nut. Object located in Vatican Museum. Dated back to reign of Hadrian (117-138 CE). The mosaic was made with an extremely arduous and precise method opus vermiculatum. Artists creating…Więcej

Roman mosaic showing pig with porcini

Roman mosaic showing pig with porcini. This beautiful mosaic is located in the Vatican Museum, Rome.Więcej

Roman wrought iron tripod with a terracotta kist

Roman wrought iron tripod with a terracotta kist. Found in Pompeii. Currently located in Archaeological Museum in Naples. Dated back to I century CE.Więcej

Roman axe head from an iron

Roman axe head from an iron. Object found in Pompeii. Dated back to I century CE. Currently located in Naples, Museo Archeologico Nazionale.Więcej

Roman fresco showing winged creature

Roman fresco showing winged creature; probably a griffin. Object found in Pompeii.Więcej

Roman glass jug with chain handle

Roman glass jug with chain handle. Dated back to III century CE.Więcej

Roman art showing Venus putting on sandal

Roman art showing Venus putting on sandal. Method of creation – Opus sectile. Found in Pompeii. Currently located in National Archaeological Museum. Naples. The wall painting was made using the opus sectile method, which consisted…Więcej

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