Roman school scene from Neumagen
In history lessons, the subject of the way of life of the ancient Romans is always of interest and curiosity to the pupils, especially when it is presented in a vivid and pictorial way. Thus, the school scene Neumagen in the original or as a replica forms an interesting insight into the everyday school life of Roman children.
Relief of the school scene
The School Scene Neumagen - an absolute recommendation for history rooms, staff rooms
or school corridors.
- Original in the Landesmuseum in Trier
- dimensions of the school scene: 60x20 cm
- with rear suspension
- weight approx. 6,5 kg
- real alabaster plaster, patinated
Roman times in Neumagen-Drohn
In the 4th century a fortification was built here by the Romans in the form of a fort. Other settlement sites from the time of Emperor Constantine were also discovered during archaeological excavations. Over the course of many years, the discovered fragments and stone blocks were pieced together so that the original form could be reconstructed. As a result, the various monument shapes are evident.
From the multitude of figures depicted in reliefs on the tomb pillar, the Neumagen school scene is a masterful testimony to history.
School education in ancient Rome
In ancient Rome there was no compulsory schooling. Mostly only children from wealthy families were taught. For the children, the school day began at seven in the morning. They were taught in simple rooms. Writing was done on wooden boards with a layer of wax, into which letters and numbers were scratched with a stylus. Punishments were drastic, such as caning over the fingers or even beating.
The teachers were mostly slaves. Wealthy parents employed a tutor, as depicted in the Neumagen school scene.
School scene Neumagen - everyday life of roman pupils
Two boys are sitting opposite each other on simple chairs. In the middle sits the teacher with the appearance of a philosopher, who bends to his pupil on the right. The latter hides his face behind his reading roll. A smaller pupil, right behind the older boy, has a wax tablet and extends his hand in greeting. The Neumagen school scene vividly depicts a lesson in ancient Rome.
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