Graffito

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Title

Graffito

Subject

Grafitto of a gladiator from Pompeii

Description

Graffito was a common site in Pompeii. This particular example depicts a gladiator, likely a murmillo, with his distinctive helmet and oblong shield. The anonymous artist was careful to create the details on his loincloth and greaves.

Creator

Carole Raddato

Date

July 4, 2014

Contributor

Description Provided by Jacqueline Giz

Type

Photograph

Coverage

Pompeii, Italy