Pompeii, Italy
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Pompeii, Italy
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These photographs were taken of archaeological sites and objects in Pompeii, Italy.
Collection Items
Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre was used for gladiatorial combat and is the oldest one of its kind in existence. Built 150 years before the Colosseum in 70 BCE, it could hold up to 20,000 spectators, not only from Pompeii but also from neighbouring towns.
Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre was used for gladiatorial combat and is the oldest one of its kind in existence. Built 150 years before the Colosseum in 70 BCE, it could hold up to 20,000 spectators, not only from Pompeii but also from neighbouring towns.
Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre was used for gladiatorial combat and is the oldest one of its kind in existence. Built 150 years before the Colosseum in 70 BCE, it could hold up to 20,000 spectators, not only from Pompeii but also from neighbouring towns.
Riot Fresco
In 59 CE, during games held in the arena, a notorious riot occurred in the Amphitheatre between Pompeians and Nucerians. As a result of these riots, the Senate of Rome decided to hand Pompeii a 10 year ban on holding gladiatorial games, though Nero…
Gladiators Barracks
The barracks for the gladiators were quadrangular portico located behind the stage of the Large which was originally designed as a space for the audience to stroll in during the intervals of the theatre shows. After the earthquake of 62 CE, the…
Gladiator helmet
This helmet was found in the storage room at the gymnasium in Pompeii among other pieces of armor. This type of helmet would have been worn by a murmillo, or a type of gladiator identified by their distinctive helmets, a shield, and sword. The name…
Gladiator helmet
This helmet was found in the storage room at the gymnasium in Pompeii among other pieces of armor. This type of helmet would have been worn by a murmillo, or a type of gladiator identified by their distinctive helmets, a shield, and sword. The name…
Gladiator greaves
Greaves were an important component of gladiator gear that protected the competitor's legs. These bronze greaves are decorated with reliefs of Jupiter (left) and Neptune (right). Jupiter holds a lance and a bolt while standing under two trees.…
Gladiator greaves
Greaves were an important component of gladiator gear that protected the competitor's legs. These bronze greaves are decorated with reliefs of Jupiter (left) and Neptune (right). Jupiter holds a lance and a bolt while standing under two trees.…
Gladiator greaves
Greaves were an important component of gladiator gear that protected the competitor's legs. These bronze greaves are decorated with reliefs of Jupiter (left) and Neptune (right). Jupiter holds a lance and a bolt while standing under two trees.…
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