Cushion : Ostia Antica. The Decumanus Maximus. Detail of the paving
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Ostia Antica. The Decumanus Maximus. Detail of the paving
Ostia Antica. The Decumanus Maximus. Detail of the paving on a roman road. Italy
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Antica Archeology Blocks Decumanus Latium Maximus Osita Ostia Paving Ruin Stones Urbanism Vegetation
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a detail of the Decumanus Maximus, the main street of the ancient Roman port city of Ostia Antica, located in the Italian region of Latium. The Decumanus Maximus was once the central artery of communication between Rome and the Mediterranean, connecting the imperial capital with the port and the vast network of roads that crisscrossed the Roman Empire. The paving stones underfoot, worn smooth by the passage of countless carts and feet over the centuries, bear testament to the city's rich history and the enduring legacy of Roman urbanism. The intricate pattern of the stones, each one carefully cut and fitted together, speaks to the meticulous engineering and planning that characterized Roman infrastructure. The scene is set against a backdrop of the natural world, with a solitary tree reaching towards the sky, its branches stretching out in contrast to the orderly arrangement of the paving. The verdant foliage and the gentle curve of the tree's trunk add a touch of life and vitality to the ancient ruins, reminding us of the enduring relationship between human civilization and the natural world. The age of the stones, weathered by time and the elements, invites reflection on the passage of history and the ephemeral nature of human endeavor. The ruins of Ostia Antica, with their intricate mosaics, impressive architecture, and well-preserved paving, offer a glimpse into the daily life of ancient Rome and the complex web of communications that bound the empire together. This image invites us to contemplate the beauty and complexity of the Roman world, and to appreciate the enduring legacy of a civilization that continues to shape our understanding of the past and the present.
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