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 fresco showing young man and cattle

Roman fresco showing a young man (it may be Paris) grazing sheep and cattle next to the sanctuary. The object dates back to the 1st century CE. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological…Więcej

Roman sculpture showing river deity with horn of plenty

Roman sculpture showing a river deity with a horn of plenty (cornucopia). The object dates back to the 2nd century CE. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.Więcej

Phallus-shaped object attached to wall

Preserved phallus-shaped object that was attached to the wall above the entrance to a shop in Pompeii. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. In ancient times, the phallus was perceived…Więcej

Roman scuplture in algae underwater

Roman sculpture in algae underwater in the Bay of Naples, in the area of Baie – a Roman city under water.Więcej

Roman mosaic depicting owl

Roman mosaic depicting an owl. The object was discovered in Uzèz in southern France. Dated to the second half of the 1st century BCE.Więcej

Roman fresco divided into two scenes

Roman fresco divided into two scenes. At the top you can see two lares pouring wine from the horn – so-called rhyton – and Genius, who, with the support of his assistants, makes a sacrifice.…Więcej

Sculptures of Amores with vessel

Sculptures of Amores with a vessel, made of bronze. Objects were discovered in Pompeii or Herculaneum. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.Więcej

Painter on Roman fresco

Roman fresco showing a painter retouching a painting depicting the herm of Dionysus. The object was discovered in Pompeii. Dated to the 1st century CE. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of…Więcej

Mosaic with inscription SALVE LUCRU

One of the Roman houses from the 1st century BCE in Pompeii had a very interesting inscription on the floor in the entrance – SALVE LUCRU, i.e. “Welcome, money”. The mosaic decorated the house of…Więcej

Sphinx on Roman fresco

Sphinx on a Roman fresco. Object discovered in Pompeii. Dated to the 1st century BCE. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.Więcej

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