A 1967 glimpse into Tunisia's ancient Roman ruins and traditional crafts
In short: This archival footage from the Penn Museum captures a 1967 expedition through Tunisia. It documents traditional rope-making and pottery techniques alongside the intricate mosaics and architectural remains of Carthage, Dougga, and the Bardo Museum, offering a rare visual record of these historical sites as they appeared decades ago.
The footage provides a detailed look at Tunisian heritage, ranging from artisanal methods to grand Roman antiquity. Viewers can observe the manual process of rope-making using a hand-cranked wooden machine and the precise shaping of pottery in Nabeul, including the punching of holes in vessels likely intended for couscous preparation.
The collection also surveys significant archaeological finds. It highlights models of the theatre and a third-century sundial from Dougga, as well as a variety of Bardo Museum artifacts, such as statues of Hadrian and Jupiter. The film documents extensive mosaic work depicting mythological figures like Neptune and Venus, alongside scenes of daily life and fishing. Excavation footage reveals the layout of a marketplace and the remains of Hadrian’s palace, complete with paved garden courts and ancient clay piping.
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