Curiosities of ancient Rome
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Curatores aquarum – officials responsible for waterworks
In ancient Rome, the water supply system was managed by officials known as curatores aquarum. These were senators of consular rank, appointed by the emperor, responsible for overseeing the construction, maintenance and operation of the city’s aqueducts and water distribution ... Read more
Hypatia of Alexandria – A Scholar in the Shadow of Religious and Political Transformations
In the transitional period between antiquity and the Middle Ages, when Christianity was consolidating its position as the state religion, events occurred that left a profound mark on the history of culture and science. One of the most renowned figures ... Read more
Hourglass – ancient water clock that measured time
Before watches and modern clocks, the ancient Romans used clepsydras, or water clocks, to measure the passage of time. This device worked by passing water from one container to another, usually through a small hole. As the water level fell ... Read more
Roman fresco depicting face of woman from Herculaum
Roman fresco depicting the face of a woman from Herculanum. The object is located in The British Museum.
Charred remains of pomegranates
Charred remains of pomegranates from Oplontis, which was near Pompeii and was destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. The remains are in the British Museum.
Wooden device for pulling water
Partially preserved and charred wooden device for drawing water. The object was discovered in the so-called House of the Two Atriums, in Herculaneum. Artifact in the British Museum.
Fresco from Roman room in so-called House of the Golden Bracelet in Pompeii
Fresco from a Roman room in the so-called House of the Golden Bracelet in Pompeii. The painting shows garden scenes. The find is in the British Museum.
Roman bronze funnel
Roman bronze funnel, used to pour dry goods. The object is located in The British Museum.
Glass drinking horn from Pompeii
Glass drinking horn from Pompeii. The object is in the British Museum.
Casts of the victims’ remains
Casts of the remains of victims (two adults and two children) of the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. The find was discovered in the House of the Golden Bracelet in Pompeii. It is currently in the British Museum.
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