Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)
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Farnesian Atlas
Roman sculpture that depicts the mythological Atlas holding the celestial vault on his shoulders. According to mythology, the titan Atlas was condemned for participating in a conspiracy against the power of Zeus. The “Farnesian Atlas” is a Roman marble copy ... Read more
Roman fresco depicting parody of Aeneas’ escape from Troy
Roman fresco depicting a parody of Aeneas’ flight from Troy; the painting adorned one of the houses in Pompeii. The scene depicts Aeneas carrying his father Anchises on his shoulder and leading his son Ascanius by the hand. The figures ... Read more
Roman women’s leather sandals
Roman women’s leather sandals made in Gaul around 1900 years ago. The object was discovered at Vindolanda Fort in northern Britain.
Roman wall painting depicting pygmy feast
Roman wall painting depicting a feast of pygmies, a fight with a hippopotamus and sexual acts. The object is dated to the 1st century CE and was discovered in the Doctor’s House in Pompeii. The artifact is in the National ... Read more
Roman figurine of tragic actor
Roman statuette made of ivory depicting a tragic actor. The figure probably shows the actor in a tragic female role, in a mask, costume and wig. Object dated to the 1st century CE.
Well-preserved mummy from Roman times
A well-preserved mummy from Roman times, discovered in cemeteries in the oasis of Fayum (Egypt). Object dated to the 1st century CE, showing a young man. Fayum portraits were realistic portraits made on wood, which were placed next to Egyptian ... Read more
Roman tombstone with image of small child’s head
Roman tombstone with the image of a small child’s head. On the stone there is an inscription: “Here lies Tiberius Natronius Venustus. He lived 4 years, 4 months, and 10 days”. The object was discovered in the ancient necropolis of ... Read more
Marble sculpture of Amor with theatrical mask
Marble sculpture of Amor with theatrical mask. Object dated to the 1st century CE; discovered in Pompeii and located in the local museum.
Rhea Sylvia on Roman statue
Damaged Roman statue identified as Rhea Sylvia – the mythological mother of Romulus and Remus. The object is made of marble and dates back to the 1st century BCE. The artifact is on display in the Roman theater museum in ... Read more
Roman fresco showing Nereid
Roman fresco showing the Nereid on the back of a sea creature. Nereids in ancient mythology were sea nymphs. The painting was discovered in Stabiae in Villa Arianna. Dated to the 1st century CE.
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