Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)

Roman mosaic showing Cupid during a hunt. Cupid is armed with a shield. The building dates from the 4th century CE; the artifact was found at the Villa Theseus in Paphos (Cyprus).

Roman floor mosaic, found in the ruins of Jerash (Jordan), depicting the ancient Greek poet Alcman. The object is dated to the 3rd century CE; adorned the dining room.

Roman marble bust of a Roman woman from the upper layers. The object is dated to the 2nd century CE. It is currently on the rearranged exhibition of the Ancient Art Gallery at the National Museum in Warsaw.

Roman portable sundial. The artifact is in a bronze box with a medallion on the lid depicting Emperor Antoninus Pius (ruled from 138-161 CE).

Roman clothes pin in the shape of a female bust. The object is made of a single piece of sapphire with a golden base. The ornament is dated to 100-130 CE.

Roman tombstone sculpture of a certain Claudius Agathemerus and his wife Myrtale. The object is dated 90-110 CE and is located at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford (England).

Samnite helmet and armour to protect the neck. The objects are dated back to 450 BCE and are made of bronze. The Samnites were staunch enemies of the Romans with whom they fought many wars.

A richly decorated beautiful Roman bracelet from the 3rd-4th century CE. Made of gold, glass and emerald.

Roman terracotta cup showing a deer galloping. The object dates from the beginning of the 3rd century CE; is currently at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

A wonderful ribbed glass bowl from Roman times. Dated to late 1st BCE – early 1st century CE. The object has a diameter of 13 cm.