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Roman Art. Gravestone, dating the 1st century AD. Porta Nuov
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Roman Art. Gravestone, dating the 1st century AD. Porta Nuov
Roman Art. Gravestone, dating the 1st century AD. Reused in the Middle Ages to build the Porta Nuova city gate in Milan. Italy
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1. Title: "A 1st Century AD Roman Gravestone Reused in the Porta Nuova City Gate, Milan, Italy" This image showcases a 1st century AD Roman gravestone, skillfully reused as a decorative element in the Porta Nuova city gate in Milan, Italy. Dating back to the height of the Roman Empire, this ancient artifact offers a glimpse into the daily life and societal norms of the era. The gravestone, adorned with intricate relief carvings, depicts the busts of a man and a woman, symbolizing the deceased and their surviving family members. The relief portraits, with their expressive features and individualized details, provide a window into the diverse and multifaceted Roman civilization. The inscriptions on the gravestone, written in Latin, offer insight into the names and lives of the individuals commemorated. The man's bust is inscribed with the name "Gaius," while the woman's is inscribed with "Maria." Their shared epitaph suggests a strong family bond that transcended time. The Porta Nuova city gate, a significant historical landmark in Milan, Lombardy, was built during the Middle Ages, and the reuse of this Roman gravestone demonstrates the rich layers of history that can be found within the city's walls. The exterior of the gate, with its intricate stonework and Roman relics, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire in Europe. This 1st century AD Roman gravestone is an invaluable piece of antiquity, offering a glimpse into the art, society, and history of the Roman civilization. Its reuse in the Porta Nuova city gate serves as a reminder of the continuity and interconnectedness of different eras and cultures throughout history.
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