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Original 1894 Engraving — “A Roman Banquet”
Authentic antique engraving from Best Men and Famous Women (Selmar Hess, New York, 1894).
This detailed scene portrays an opulent Roman dining interior, illustrating the customs and social rituals of elite banquets in ancient Rome. Servants pour wine while guests recline and converse amid lavish décor, vessels, and classical architecture.
Fine engraved detail includes:
Ornate Roman tableware & amphorae
Servants preparing and pouring wine
Reclining banquet guests
Interior columns, drapery & mosaics
Still-life elements of fruit & vessels
A strong decorative and educational piece ideal for collectors of:
Ancient Rome art
Classical interior scenes
Pompeii / Roman culture
Hospitality & dining history
Size: 10 in. x 7 in.
Wide margins for matting & framing