C. ‘On The Streets of Ancient Rome’
Here you can see no less than
8 more sets and individual additions to the civilian side of Rome’s history and very-different aspects of everyday street life in Rome itself.
Oh, and by the way, the Ancient Latin I referred to at the beginning of this issue of
‘DISPATCHES’ refers to the Latin that was spoken on those ancient cobblestones two millennium ago.
It’s also a reminder to me personally of my own ancient past when I began attending my senior secondary school in Paisley, Scotland.
For the first two years, from 12-14 years of age, classic Latin was compulsory for all pupils and I well remember this little rhyme…
“Latin is a dead language
As dead as dead can be
It almost killed the Romans
And now, it’s killing me!”
RnB055 “The Monument Makers Set”
(2 x figures + a monument)
The owner of a monument-making company extols the virtues and artistry of his skilled craftsman as he completes this hand-carved, hand-painted stone pedestal.
RnB060 “The Pottery Maker Set”
(1 Potter + Assorted Pots)
This seated worker concentrates on the task at hand as he adds the finishing touches to his clay pot before it is carefully placed into the baking oven for hardening.
By his side are several other examples of his handwork.
RnB061 “The Roman Mosaic Artist”
This kneeling artisan is completing a beautiful and highly detailed mosaic decoration piece that will grace the wall of a wealthy Roman villa or perhaps the shop front of a popular merchant.
As he carefully puts each tiny piece into place he reaches into his box for the next coloured fragment of tile.
RnB064 “The Questioning Senator”
This high-born Senator is listening to another’s opinion and, perhaps, not-too-sure of the veracity of the point of view being expressed.
RnB065 “The Roman Nobleman”
Not a senator, just a member of the Roman nobility going about his everyday business and observing the world about him.
RnB070 “The Poor Beggar”
Life on the streets of Ancient Rome could be harsh as well as difficult if you had no job… no family… and no future.
For some unfortunates it was not all bread and circuses and the glories of the Roman Empire.
RnB072 “The Boar Hunters Set”
(Two Hunters, a dead Wild Boar and a live hungry dog)
After a hard day pursuing their prey through one of the forests surrounding Rome this lucky pair of hunters are transporting this fine looking wild boar to their favorite butcher and a handsome reward for their efforts.
Alongside them is their powerful hunting dog ever-hopeful for a chunk or two of the offcuts after the animal is butchered.
RnB073 “The Master Butcher”
Talking of butchery… here is one more butcher to go with our earlier release. Here we see the
“Master Butcher” selecting and then chopping up the best and most selected
‘cuts’ for his chosen customers to choose from.
AVAILABLE: Mid May
