Guard dog on Roman mosaic
Guard dog on a Roman mosaic. Object dated to the 1st century CE. The ancient Romans valued sharp dogs, but it was recommended to breed animals that were obedient to the household and not to exaggerate the dog’s militancy.
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Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)
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.
Baby Hercules strangles snake
Baby Hercules strangles the snake sent to kill him in his cradle. According to the myth, the animal was sent by Hera (Juno), who was jealous of Zeus (Jupiter). Hercules was the son of Zeus and Alcmene.
Roman marble bust of child
Roman marble bust of a child. Object dated to 37-41 CE. The artifact is in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.
Road sign showing way to brothel in Pompeii
Road sign showing the way to the brothel in Pompeii. Object dated to the 1st century CE.
Roman statue showing young judge
Roman statue showing a young judge. Object dated to the end of the 4th and the beginning of the 5th century CE. The object is located in Centrale Montemartini in Rome.
Statue showing Marcus Junius Brutus
Roman statue showing, perhaps, Marcus Junius Brutus. Object dated to .30 of the 1st century BCE. The artifact is in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.
Roman bust showing man
Roman bust showing a man. Object dated to the reign of Octavian Augustus (27 BCE – 14 CE); it is a copy of an original from the middle of the 2nd century BCE. The artifact is in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.
Sculpture showing walking Satyr
Roman sculpture showing a walking Satyr, a mythological creature who was supposed to accompany Dionysus (Bacchus) in the retinue. The artifact is in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.
Bust of emperor Tiberius
Bust of the emperor Tiberius, who ruled in the years 14-37 CE. The artifact is in the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.
