Mosaic from Augusta Raurica

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James Blake Wiener
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published on 27 November 2018
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Mosaic from Augusta Raurica

This mosaic formed part of a luxurious palace in the southern part of the Roman city of Augusta Raurica, which is near what is present-day Basel, Switzerland. This mosaic was created around c 205 CE.

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About the Author

James Blake Wiener
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of Ancient History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.

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APA Style

Wiener, J. B. (2018, November 27). Mosaic from Augusta Raurica. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/9596/mosaic-from-augusta-raurica/

Chicago Style

Wiener, James Blake. "Mosaic from Augusta Raurica." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified November 27, 2018. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/9596/mosaic-from-augusta-raurica/.

MLA Style

Wiener, James Blake. "Mosaic from Augusta Raurica." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 27 Nov 2018. Web. 31 Jul 2021.