Latrines Collection

Latrine, Roman site of Timgad, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Algeria, North Africa, Africa

Latrines, Roman site of Sabratha, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Libya, North Africa, Africa

A latrine, c17th century. Creator: Anon
A latrine, c17th century

Privy in cheap migratory camp, San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Privy in cheap migratory camp. San Joaquin Valley, California

Privy in cotton camp for migratory workers, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Privy in cotton camp for migratory workers. California

Pigsty and Latrines, Han dynasty (206 B. C. -A. D. 220), 1st century B. C. / A. D
Pigsty and Latrines, Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 220), 1st century B.C./A.D

View of a communal lavatory (photo)
GDG279953 View of a communal lavatory (photo) by Roman; Aree archeologiche di Ostia Antica e Isola Sacra, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: toilettes; empire romain; ); eGerard Degeorge; out of copyright

View of a communal lavatory, High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD)
GDG267056 View of a communal lavatory, High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Djemila

Dolphin armest public toilet of the forum; High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD) (stone)
GDG267027 Dolphin armest public toilet of the forum; High Imperial Period (27 BC-395 AD) (stone) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Timgad

Abbaye de Saint Germain des-Pres, vers 1520 (colour litho)
962824 Abbaye de Saint Germain des-Pres, vers 1520 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abbaye de Saint Germain des-Pres, vers 1520)

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England, Suffolk, Southwold, Latitude Festival, Organic Toilet, Paper Dispenser

Going to London through Epping Forest, 1802. A woman picks up her petticoats to step over a bush shaped like a forest tree to get to her garden latrine

Public latrines and wash basin in Dougga, 2nd century BC
Public latrines and wash basin near the baths in the Roman city of Dougga, 2nd century BC

Roman latrine from Tunisia, c. 3rd century BC
Roman latrine near baths, from Dougga in Tunisia, c.3rd century BC

Public latrine and washbasin near the baths in Roman Dougga, 2nd century
Public latrine and washbasin near the baths in Dougga, 2nd century

West corner of the Roman fortress at Caerleon, 2nd century
The west corner of the Roman fortress at Caerleon, showing barrack blocks, with latrine building in foreground, 2nd century

Timgad, Algeria - public latrines in Roman ruins
The ruins of what was once Timgad, a Roman colonial town in Algeria, founded by the Emperor Trajan around 100AD. The city is known for being one of the best surviving examples of the grid plan in

Italy. Pompeii. Public Latrines. Ruins. Forum

The latrine, Housesteads Roman Fort, Hadrians Wall, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Northumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Latrines on the river bank in rough land grazed by cows in a slum in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Asia

South Gate - Housesteads
The Southern Gateway of Housesteads Fort on Hadrians Wall. The Fort contains the only visible remains of a Roman hospital in Britain and superbly preserved latrines!

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"Exploring the Ancient Sanitation: Latrines Unveiled in North Africa" Discovering the Roman legacy at Sabratha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Libya, where ancient latrines stand as a testament to their advanced civilization. Journey through time at Timgad's Roman ruins in Algeria and witness the public latrines that once served this bustling city during its heyday. Delving into history: Step back into the Han dynasty era and explore pigsty and latrine remnants from 206 B. C. -A. D. 220, offering insights into daily life during this period. A glimpse of communal living: Witness a photo capturing a view of a communal lavatory, providing an intriguing perspective on how people managed sanitation needs together. High Imperial Period marvels: Marvel at the dolphin armrest public toilet found within Rome's forum, showcasing intricate stone craftsmanship from 27 BC-395 AD. Transported to medieval times: Admire Abbaye de Saint Germain des-Pres' colorful lithograph depicting latrine facilities dating back to around 1520, giving us insight into hygiene practices of that era. Through Epping Forest to London: Join an enchanting journey through nature while contemplating how people traversed long distances without modern conveniences like proper toilets in 1802. Dougga's ancient amenities: Explore second-century BC public latrines and wash basins nestled within Dougga's archaeological site in Tunisia—proof of their sophisticated plumbing systems even then. Timeless innovation revealed: Encounter a well-preserved third-century BC Roman latrine from Tunisia—a remarkable example of early engineering prowess for waste management solutions. Embark on an educational adventure across North Africa and beyond as we unravel the mysteries surrounding these historical latrines—reminders of our ancestors' ingenuity when it came to sanitation practices throughout the ages.