Zliten mosaic
The Zliten mosaic is a Roman floor mosaic from about the 2nd century AD, found in the town of Zliten in Libya, on the east coast of Leptis Magna. The mosaic was discovered by the Italian archaeologist Salvatore Aurigemma in 1913 and is now on display at The Archaeological Museum of Tripoli. It depicts gladiatorial contests, animal hunts, and scenes from everyday life.
| Zliten mosaic | |
|---|---|
| Year | 2nd century AD |
| Type | Mosaic |
| Dimensions | 573 cm × 397 cm (18 ft 10 in × 13 ft 0 in) |
| Location | The Archaeological Museum of Tripoli, Tripoli, Libya |
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