Framed section of Roman mosaic pavement

Made:
100-350 CE in England

Framed section of Roman mosaic pavement, reputedly from Silchester, England, 100-350

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A18339
Materials:
frame, oak and pavement, mineral
Measurements:
length 388 mm
width 260 mm
height 25 mm
type:
mosaics
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)

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