Plutei of Trajan, Ancient Roman marble reliefs in Curia Julia, Italy
The Plutei of Trajan are two carved marble panels displayed inside the Curia Julia building. The reliefs show the Forum Romanum from different viewpoints and contain details of buildings, people, and religious actions.
These marble reliefs were created during Emperor Hadrian's rule around 118 CE. They were made to commemorate Trajan's charitable program for children and the cancellation of debts.
The carvings show Roman sacrifice rituals and public ceremonies that took place at the heart of city life. You can see details of altars, processions, and how citizens participated in important moments.
The reliefs are located inside the Curia Julia and are part of the Forum complex where you can view them up close. Wear sturdy shoes, as the Forum ground is uneven and uneven surfaces are common throughout the area.
One striking feature of these reliefs is that they show the Forum Romanum in mirror image, with each panel depicting the scene from opposite directions. This creates a symmetrical view of the most important places in ancient Rome.
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