A cinematic look at the ancient architecture and mosaics of 1969 Jordan
In short: This archival footage captures archaeological sites in Lebanon, Madaba, and Jerash as they appeared in 1969. It offers a rare, ground-level perspective of preserved mosaics and the structural details of Roman-era theaters, providing a window into the field work of that era.
The footage documents intricate mosaic floors in Madaba, featuring depictions of fruit trees, birds, and geometric patterns. It also highlights Iron Age artifacts housed in the Madaba Museum, including pottery burial urns used for children and various specialized vessels like strainer-spouted liquids containers.
In Jerash, the camera surveys the Hadrian Gate and the Temple of Zeus. The video provides a detailed look at the theater's design, capturing the stage niches, audience passageways, and the specific holes in the seating area likely intended for awning supports. These visual records serve as a technical survey of the site's layout and structural features.
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