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Different types of roman amphorae. 2nd century BC-3rd centur
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Different types of roman amphorae. 2nd century BC-3rd centur
Different types of amphorae. From left to right: wine amphora, 1st century AD, from Rome; amphora for fish, 1st century AD, from Spain; wine amphora, 2nd-1st centuries BC, from Baths of Titus at Rome, probably for wine amphora, 2nd -3rd centuries AD, from Egypt. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom
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1. Title: A Glimpse into Ancient Commerce: A Collection of Roman Amphorae, 2nd Century BC - 3rd Century AD This photograph showcases a collection of Roman amphorae, displayed at the British Museum in London, England. The amphorae, an essential component of ancient commerce and trade, date from the 2nd century BC to the 3rd century AD. Beginning on the left, we encounter a wine amphora from Rome, hailing from the 1st century AD. Its elegant shape and distinctive red paint indicate its primary use for transporting and storing wine. The next amphora, also from the 1st century AD, originated in Spain. This amphora, designed specifically for fish, features an interior coating to preserve the catch and a handle for easy transportation. Moving on, we find another wine amphora, this one dating from the 2nd to 1st centuries BC. This amphora, discovered at the Baths of Titus in Rome, may have been used for storing and transporting wine. The final amphora in this collection, from the 2nd to 3rd centuries AD, originated in Egypt. Its unique shape and decorative motifs distinguish it as an Egyptian export, further highlighting the extensive reach of the Mediterranean trade network during the Roman era. These amphorae offer a glimpse into the rich history of ancient commerce and the intricate trade networks that connected the Mediterranean world during the Roman period. The British Museum's collection is a testament to the enduring significance of these objects and their role in shaping our understanding of the past.
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