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Curiosities of ancient Rome
The world of ancient Romans abounded in a number of amazing curiosities and information. The source of knowledge about the life of the Romans are mainly works left to us by ancient writers or discoveries. The Romans left behind a lot of strange information and facts that are sometimes hard to believe.
Sculpture of Bacchus and Amor
Sculpture from the 2nd century CE, probably a Roman copy of an older Greek work. Exact origin unknown. The property is part of the collection of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Marble busts of two unknown Roman women
Marble busts of two unknown Roman women. Found in the city of Pula (Croatia). Dated to the 1st century CE.
Subligaculum – Roman underwear
Subligaculum was underwear, worn e.g. under a toga, which was formed by a linen loincloth. Both men and women wrapped in a belt of material around the waist to cover intimate places.
Cleopatra’s treasure?
In the Archaeological Museum in Naples, in a small side room in which a collection of ancient gems is exhibited, there is probably one of the most unusual exhibits – the so-called Tazza Farnese – a stone plate with a diameter of about 20 cm. Whenever I look into Naples and stand before this masterpiece, I can’t get over the artistry of former craftsmen. But beyond beauty, there is something else about it: an amazing story that would be a good script for a fascinating movie.
Roman gold earrings in shape of lyre
Roman gold earrings in the shape of a lyre. Dated to II-III century CE.
