Roman vessel with handles
Roman iridescent glass vessel with a top handle and graduated handles on either side. Dated back to I century CE.
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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.
Reconstruction of Varus image
An attempt to reconstruct the image of Publius Quinctilius Varus, who commanded three Roman legions (XVII, XVIII and XIX) destroyed in the Teutoburg Forest by the Germans under the command of Arminius. As a result of the defeat, legionary eagles were lost, what was a disgrace to the Romans’ honor.
Roman glass bowl
Perfectly made Roman glass bowl. Dated back to half of I century CE.
Cooks of queen Cleopatra VII
Plutarch states that the cooks of queen Cleopatra VII had to have different sets of dishes always prepared in case her lover Mark Antony made a visit. Plutarch claims that the source of the rumor was a friend of his grandfather, who was allowed to visit the cuisine of the queen in the palace in Alexandria.
Geta after death
After murdering his brother Geta, Caracalla ordered removing his name from public life. Originally, 174 records of his name survived, however, 37 have survived to our times. Many of the inscriptions are found on the water pipes, which were probably located underground before the edict of Caracalla.
Roman drinking vessel made of fluorite
So-called ‘Barber Cup’ was a Roman drinking vessel made of fluorite. Currently it is located in British Museum.
Alypius and gladiators
Saint Augustine (354-430 CE) says the story of a Alypius, a young Christian who was pushed to saw – by his companions – gladiatorial fight. He believed that this type of entertainment is barbaric and contrary to the teachings of Christ.
