A decorated Roman Bronze Strigil, ca. 1st -2nd century CE Gods & Goddesses not because it pumped blood

not because it pumped blood around the body - it is unclear that they understood this function - but because they believed it was the seat of intelligence

Garnet necklaces have been found in graves in Czechoslovakia dating back to the Bronze Age

ear-shaped handles finished in a faux-braided motif

5 cm)Provenance: Andre Emmerich Gallery

patroness of Upper Egypt

A decorated Roman Bronze Strigil, ca. 1st -2nd century CE Gods & Goddesses not because it pumped bloodWhen viewing ancient athletic scenes, a basic "kit" was almost always included: a sponge, an aryballos, and a strigil. The strigil was a small, curved metal tool used extensively by the Greeks and Romans and considered essential for skin care. After covering the body with olive oil, it was used to scrape dirt and sweat from their bodies as part of the process of massage, cold or hot baths, exercise, or competitive games. The curved handle allowed the