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Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of
Rome and the Near East

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An ancient archway supported by modern pillars above a case containing a goblet and bowl. An ancient archway supported by modern pillars above a case containing a goblet and bowl. Rome & Near East

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Carte ROM Niveau 3

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A growing empire.

The ancient Romans were relentless in expanding their empire, and the Near East was slowly conquered over a period of approximately 200 years. Petra, Palmyra, Judaea, and Seleucid Syria – all became part of the Roman empire during this period.  The treasures in this gallery reveal the urban life and sophisticated culture that flourished under Roman rule. They show the development of styles as western Roman customs incorporate local influences, and come into contact with neighbours even further east through trade and contact along the Silk Road. 

About the Gallery

What?

Over 200 artifacts including jewellery, floor mosaics and figurines are showcased. Look within the gallery for video documentaries and tactile displays offering unique learning experiences for visitors of all ages. 

Where?

Roman expansion to the east into the lands of what is present day Syria, Jordan and Israel.

When?

Approximately 64 BC to AD 135.

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Gallery Highlights

Over 200 artifacts are highlighted in the gallery. Over 200 artifacts are highlighted in the gallery. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Rome and the Near East/Level 3

View of the main title wall for the gallery of Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Rome and the Near East

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Exceptional jewelry, such as this collection of sinuously coiled snake bracelets shows a delight in personal adornment. Exceptional jewelry, such as this collection of sinuously coiled snake bracelets shows a delight in personal adornment. 952X185.25 Snake Bracelet (gold), Eastern Roman Empire, Egypt, 50 BC - 50 AD

overview of gold snake bracelet, white background.

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Magnificent floor mosaics demonstrate the Roman appreciation for extravagant living. Magnificent floor mosaics demonstrate the Roman appreciation for extravagant living. Magnificent floor mosaics, Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Rome and the Near East/Level 3

Detail of a Roman floor mosaic 

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Today the two great cities in the region, Antioch and Caesarea, survive as impressive ruins. Under Roman rule, many languages were spoken and written, including Aramaic, Syriac, Greek, Hebrew, as well as various other Semitic tongues. Statue of Tyche of Antioch in a shrine (Bronze coin of Trebonianus Gallus), AD 251 – 253, Mint of Antioch. Today the two great cities in the region, Antioch and Caesarea, survive as impressive ruins. Under Roman rule, many languages were spoken and written, including Aramaic, Syriac, Greek, Hebrew, as well as various other Semitic tongues. Statue of Tyche of Antioch in a shrine (Bronze coin of Trebonianus Gallus), AD 251 – 253, Mint of Antioch. Statue of Tyche of Antioch in a shrine (Bronze coin of Trebonianus Gallus), AD 251 – 253, Mint of Antioch.

Overview of a Roman coin on a white background

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