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Roman city of Italica. House of Neptune. Spain

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Roman city of Italica. House of Neptune. Spain

Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. House of Neptune. Mosaic detail. Andalusia

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Africanus Andalusia Andalusian Aquatic Archaeological Collegium Colony Cornelius Domus Hispania Italica Mosaic Neptune Nilotic Publius Romans Santiponce Scipio Seville Tessera Tile


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1. Title: "The House of Neptune in Italica: A Glimpse into the Roman Colony's Imperial Past" The captivating image showcases a meticulously preserved mosaic detail from the House of Neptune in Italica, an ancient Roman city founded in 206 BC in the modern-day Andalusian region of Spain. This colonia, established by Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus, was a significant Roman settlement and a vital outpost in the western province of Hispania. The House of Neptune, also known as the Domus Neptuni or Collegium Neptunis, was a grand residential complex dedicated to the Roman god of the sea. This luxurious domus, adorned with intricate mosaics, reflects the wealth and influence of its inhabitants during the 3rd century BC. The mosaic detail in the photograph depicts a lively aquatic scene, with various marine creatures, including dolphins, turtles, and fish, frolicking in the open water. The mosaic's intricate design, featuring a myriad of colored tesserae, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the Romans during the imperial age. The House of Neptune is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of Italica, which later became known as Santiponce and is now a popular archaeological site near Seville. The ruins of this ancient Roman city offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the daily life, art, and architecture of the Roman Empire's westernmost province. The mosaic's black and white color palette contrasts beautifully with the vibrant, Nilotic scene it portrays, making for a striking visual representation of the Roman influence on the Iberian Peninsula during ancient times.

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