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Blog #113: Pannonians Abroad? New Evidence from a Roman Auxiliary Base in Central Turkey with Andrew L. Goldman

In this week’s blog post, Andrew L. Goldman takes us through his archaeological project at the ancient Roman auxiliary base at Gordion in central Anatolia, and the possibility that Pannonian soldiers were stationed at this site. Here, he highlights the role played by non-Romans in the military, while also using archaeological evidence to characterize auxiliary…

Image of the Month

A bronze mirror in which the mirror is held up by a small female statuette. The circular mirror is surrounded by small winged figures, as well as two hounds and two hares. The top of the mirror has the bust of a siren.
Happy New Year! A fresh start invites resolutions and self-discovery. This month’s featured image takes the mirror as a symbol of self-reflection, encouraging us all to look back on our accomplishments over the past year. Our example, a 5th-century Argive bronze mirror, is remarkable for its sculptural qualities. Its handle is formed as a female statuette, while on the underside two winged Erotes hover above her head. Along the frame, a lively chase unfolds as a hound pursues a hare, and the composition culminates with an imposing siren figure crowning the top.
Dimensions: 15 15/16 in., 2 lb. (40.4 cm, 0.9 kg)
© Metropolitan Museum of Art


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