roman lantern pompeii 1

roman lantern pompeii 1The Roman lantern is based on originals from the 1st3rd century AD, found in Pompeii, Libya and England. These lanterns were therefore used throughout the Roman Empire. The lantern has 3 brass chains for hanging, and a handle at the end permits you to carry it whilst walking about, though it may equally be set upon a table. Crafted from brass and parchment with ventilation holes, the lantern features an oil container inside that can be removed for

Spearheads such as these were used by the Vikings

cutting tests

Two leather straps at the back permit the vambraces to be securely fastened to the arms

A beautiful wand inspired by Old Norse mythology

It fastens with a leather button and has two loops to attach it to the belt

developed around the end of the 12th century from the Norman kite shield

footwear was extremely expensive

The rings are woven in a four-in-one pattern

creating the characteristic central ridge

laced on the inside

Employ latex paint in thin layers (finishing with a layer of baby powder) and/or water-based makeup

The ends of the cutlery feature a metal ring