Tomb of the Triclinium (sep 9, 4054 BC – jul 31, 14572)
Description:
480-470 BCETufa and fresco
Tarquinia, Italy
Etruscan
Gives us a glimpse into their funeral celebrations and the way they viewed death.
Elite funerals were elaborate that changed through geography and time.
Tarquinia is known for its elaborately painted tombs.
The Etruscans were part of the Iron Age culture at this time and were wealthy through the exchange of metal and mineral ores.
Main scene is on the rear wall showing a banquet. Influenced from the Attic pottery that Etruscans imported from Greece.
Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 9, 4054 BC
jul 31, 14572
~ 18639 years
