Artifacts From Pompeii

Artifacts from Pompeii

On this page are illustrations of eighteen Artifacts from Pompeii. They come from two volumes of the book Pompeii written by William Clarke in 1832-33. Included are images of braziers, beehives make of bronze, ancient bolts, keys, and hinges, and much more. Treasures from Pompeii were unearthed through a long process that began with accidental discoveries by workers in the late 16th century. Formal, though initially unsystematic, excavations started in the mid-18th century, often involving tunneling to extract valuable objects for collectors. If you’re enjoying these drawings of various items from the ancient city of Pompeii, you should visit the pages with more Pompeii Artifacts and other Artifacts of Pompeii. Enjoy!



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