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POMPEII: BONE COUNTERS. Carved bone counters employed by the Romans in calculation
POMPEII: BONE COUNTERS.
Carved bone counters employed by the Romans in calculation, found at Pompeii, Italy. The positions of the hands indicate numbers, and are identical with symbols used in England in the 16th century
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Media ID 12407672
Ancient Rome Bone Calculation Carving Counter Hand Mathematic Pompeii Pompeiian Roman Roman Empire Symbol
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating POMPEII: BONE COUNTERS print from Granger Art on Demand. This intriguing image showcases a set of ancient Roman carved bone counters discovered at Pompeii, Italy. Each counter, meticulously crafted with the positions of hands indicating numbers, offers a glimpse into the calculation methods of the past. Add a touch of history and mystery to your space with this exquisite and authentic-looking poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 27.3cm (23.4" x 10.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "POMPEII: BONE COUNTERS" takes us back in time to ancient Rome. The image showcases intricately carved bone counters that were once employed by the Romans for calculation purposes. Discovered at the archaeological site of Pompeii in Italy, these remarkable artifacts provide a fascinating glimpse into the mathematical practices of this ancient civilization. Each bone counter features symbols and positions of hands that correspond to numbers, resembling the numerical system used in 16th century England. This connection across different cultures and centuries highlights the universality of mathematics as a language transcending time and borders. The skillful carving on these bone counters is a testament to the craftsmanship of Roman artisans, who transformed simple bones into functional tools for calculations. These objects not only served practical purposes but also symbolize the intellectual pursuits and advanced knowledge possessed by Roman society. As we contemplate this photograph, we are reminded of Pompeii's tragic fate - buried under layers of volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Yet, through such archaeological discoveries like these bone counters, we can piece together fragments from this lost world and gain insights into its rich history. This print serves as a visual reminder that even amidst destruction and loss, human ingenuity endures through tangible relics left behind – allowing us to marvel at our shared past while appreciating how far we have come in our own mathematical journey.
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