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Relief depicting a merchant ship (Museo Nazionale, Rome) and relief depicting the unloading of a ship (Museo Torlonia, Rome) 3rd or 4th century (stone) (b / w photo)
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Relief depicting a merchant ship (Museo Nazionale, Rome) and relief depicting the unloading of a ship (Museo Torlonia, Rome) 3rd or 4th century (stone) (b / w photo)
ALI164887 Relief depicting a merchant ship (Museo Nazionale, Rome) and relief depicting the unloading of a ship (Museo Torlonia, Rome) 3rd or 4th century (stone) (b/w photo) by Roman; Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Navire transportant des marchandises, Dechargement d un navire marchand; ); Alinari
Media ID 22216612
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Arriving C04th Cargo Carying Commercial Disembark Disembarkation Footbridge Goods Mast Merchandise Merchants Sack Sail Trader Traders Trading Unload Wokrker Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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This print captures two ancient Roman reliefs that depict scenes of maritime trade and commerce. The first relief, located in the Museo Nazionale in Rome, portrays a merchant ship sailing on the open sea. Its mast stands tall against the sky as it carries valuable goods across distant shores. The second relief, found in the Museo Torlonia, showcases the unloading process of a merchant ship upon arrival at a bustling harbor. Workers can be seen laboring diligently to unload sacks of merchandise from the vessel onto a footbridge. Dating back to either the 3rd or 4th century, these stone reliefs offer us a glimpse into the thriving trade networks and bustling ports of ancient Rome. They highlight not only the importance of maritime transportation but also emphasize the labor-intensive nature of commercial activities during this time period. The monochromatic tones add an air of timelessness to this image, allowing us to appreciate both its artistic value and historical significance. Through this photograph by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded of how trade has always been an essential part of human civilization, connecting cultures and facilitating economic growth throughout history.
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