Thread. Worth looking at all of it. Outstanding artefacts!
The Seuso treasure originates from the late imperial period of the Roman Empire (4th – 5th centuries). It was named after its owner, Seuso, whose name appears in the inscription of the so-called hunting or Seuso platter.
The Seuso treasure originates from the late imperial period of the Roman Empire (4th – 5th centuries). It was named after its owner, Seuso, whose name appears in the inscription of the so-called hunting or Seuso platter.
Its pieces are characteristic elements of a dining set used for feasts, while vessels for washing and beautification are also included.
Another object, found separately but held by the same institution, is the The Kőszárhegy silver stand, a 4-legged stand, the only existing late Roman silver stand. It is the highest & heaviest of the known folding stands.
Groups of statues representing sea centaurs (tritons) and sea nymphs (nereids) decorate the finial of the legs. Sea gryphons rising from flower cups constitute its curved holders and the bases are decorated with figures of Eros riding on dolphins.
Makes the Mildenhall Treasure look kind of shabby. But if you're looking for more Roman silver, check it out too.
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