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Roman gaming board J970223
CORBRIDGE ROMAN TOWN, Northumberland. A gaming board with dice and counters. hadrian
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Media ID 446864
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Archaeology Artefact Leisure Recreation Roman
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating addition to your home decor, the Historic England Framed Print featuring the Roman gaming board J970223. This intriguing piece, sourced from the Historic England Photo Library, transports you back in time to the Corbridge Roman Town in Northumberland. Witness the ancient Roman gaming board in all its glory, complete with dice and counters, as you imagine the lively games and social gatherings that once took place around it. Bring history into your living space with this stunning, authentic relic of Hadrian's era. Elevate your home decor with a touch of ancient history - order your Historic England Framed Print today.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable piece of history, the Roman gaming board J970223, discovered in CORBRIDGE ROMAN TOWN, Northumberland. This archaeological gem offers us a glimpse into the leisurely activities enjoyed by ancient Romans during the reign of Hadrian.
The intricate design of this gaming board is truly awe-inspiring. The perfectly carved squares and delicate markings reveal the meticulous craftsmanship that went into its creation. Resting upon it are dice and counters, remnants of long-forgotten games played by individuals seeking respite from their daily routines.
As we admire this recreation from Historic England's Photo Library, we can't help but be transported back in time to an era where entertainment took on a different form. It reminds us that even amidst conquests and grand architectural endeavors, Romans found solace in simpler pleasures like playing games with friends or family.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a deeper significance - this artefact represents our connection to those who came before us. It serves as a tangible link between past and present generations, reminding us that despite the passage of centuries, human nature remains constant; our desire for leisure and amusement transcends time.
Let this image spark curiosity within you as you contemplate how these ancient games were played – what strategies were employed? What stories unfolded around this very board? And let it also serve as a reminder to cherish moments of leisure in our own lives – for just like those Romans who once gathered around such boards, we too seek joy and relaxation amidst life's demands.
In preserving treasures like the Roman gaming board J970223 through archaeology and photography, Historic England allows us to appreciate not only their historical value but also their ability to inspire wonderment about our shared human experience across millennia.
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