Naumachia
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Title
Naumachia
Subject
An illustration of a mock naval battle in the Colosseum circa 16th century Italy.
Description
Not only did land battle occur in the Colosseum, but even naval battles. The floor was allowed to be flooded by pump systems underground providing recreation of bloody naval warfare for the public of Rome.
Creator
Etienne Duperac
Source
http://web.tiscali.it/Colosseum/images/naumachia2.gif
Date
16th Century
Rights
Public Domain - Artwork
Files
Collection
Citation
Etienne Duperac, “Naumachia,” Public Works of the Roman Empire, accessed May 13, 2024, https://romangarumtrade.omeka.net/items/show/44.