Curiosities of ancient Rome
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Ancient Rome – visions versus reality
You have certainly come across many interesting visualizations on the Internet showing what Rome might have looked like in the times of the Empire. Impressive, right? However, it is always worth considering how much truth there is in these beautiful ... Read more
Roman sculpture depicting Homer
Roman sculpture depicting Homer. The object is a Roman copy, from the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 CE), of a Greek original from the 4th century BCE. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Roman fresco showing pair of dancing centaurs
Roman fresco showing a pair of dancing centaurs. The object dates back to the 1st century CE; discovered in Stabiae. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Preserved fragment of wall from Pompeii
Preserved fragment of a wall from Pompeii with an enigmatic engraved message. We read: “If you ever had the opportunity to remark with how much talent the young Sepumius plays the snake game, whether you are a spectator of the ... Read more
Panorama of Pompeii from defensive walls
Panorama of Pompeii from the defensive walls. Pompeii (Pompeii), also called Pompeii, was considered one of the most attractive cities of ancient Rome. The buildings were built with harmony and beauty. However, on the 24th of October 79 CE a ... Read more
Roman sculpture depicting Alexander the Great or another Hellenic ruler
Roman sculpture depicting Alexander the Great or another Hellenic ruler. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. Rome’s expansion in the 2nd century BCE to the eastern areas of the Mediterranean Sea sparked enormous Roman interest ... Read more
Roman street in Pompeii
Roman street in Pompeii, with still well-preserved cobblestones. The construction of Roman roads was a true masterpiece of Roman engineering. The road-building technique was taken over by the Etruscans and initially closely imitated. Over time, new technologies began to be ... Read more
Fragment of Roman fresco with black inscriptions
Fragment of a Roman fresco with black inscriptions. The painting was found on the left wall of the corridor leading to the ludus gladiatorius. As it turns out, the text had pleasant content: “To Popidius Rufus, unsurpassed organizer of gladiator ... Read more
Castellum Aquae in Pompeii
Castellum Aquae in Pompeii was a water dispenser that supplied water to the entire city. The building was located at the highest point of Pompeii (42 meters) and was connected to the Serino aqueduct. The cistern contained a circular pool, ... Read more
Roman military diplomas – path to Imperial citizenship
In ancient Rome, during its many years of existence, the army played a key role in conquests, maintaining order, and spreading the empire’s influence. However, with Rome’s expansion, the need to recruit soldiers from various regions and cultures led to ... Read more
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