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Roman floor mosaic. Cos (Istankoy). 2nd century AD
Roman floor mosaic. Coloured stone and mortar. 2nd century AD. From Cos (Istankoy). Archaeological museum. Istanbul. Turkey
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Archaeological Diamond Dodecanese Floor Geometric Geometrical Istanbul Mortar Mosaic Octagon Octagonal Rhomboid Rhombus Romans Shape Tessera Triangle Triangular
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich history of ancient Rome into your home with our stunning Roman Floor Mosaic Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, sourced from the archaeological museum in Istanbul, Turkey, dates back to the 2nd century AD. Featuring intricate designs in colored stone and mortar, this poster is a true masterpiece from the Cos (Istankoy) region. Add an air of sophistication and timeless beauty to any room with this captivating Roman floor mosaic 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 39.6cm x 59.4cm (15.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Vibrant Roman Mosaic from the Ancient City of Cos (Istankoy): A 2nd Century AD Masterpiece in Istanbul's Archaeological Museum, Turkey" 2. Description: This exquisite Roman floor mosaic, dating back to the 2nd century AD, is an intriguing testament to the rich artistic heritage of the ancient Roman civilization. Discovered in the ancient city of Cos (now known as Istankoy, located in the Dodecanese region of Turkey), this masterpiece is now proudly displayed at Istanbul's Archaeological Museum. The mosaic, made of colored stone and mortar, showcases an intricate design featuring geometric shapes such as diamonds, octagons, rhomboids, and triangles. The vibrant colors, still retaining their brilliance after centuries, add to the mosaic's captivating allure. The central figure, depicted in the octagonal panel, is believed to represent the Roman goddess Venus, symbolizing love, beauty, and fertility. The mosaic's intricate design and meticulous craftsmanship are a testament to the advanced artistic skills of the Roman artisans of the time. The tesserae, or small pieces of colored stone, were carefully cut and placed to create the intricate patterns and figures. The mosaic's pavement function served both as a functional flooring and as a decorative element, enhancing the interiors of Roman homes and public spaces. The Roman mosaic from Cos (Istankoy) is a significant historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Roman civilization. Its preservation and display at Istanbul's Archaeological Museum allows us to appreciate the intricacies of Roman art and the enduring influence of their artistic traditions.
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