Farmer Uncovers Large Rare Ancient Hunt Mosaic in Turkiye

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This mosaic spans 84 square meters (Image Copyright Elazığ Museum)

A farmer planting an orchard in eastern Türkiye has uncovered a rare, largely intact mosaic dating back to the late Roman period, offering a glimpse into ancient hunting practices.

The mosaic includes dramatic depictions of animals such as a rare Anatolian leopard, may be the largest of its kind ever discovered in the country.


A team of conservators has been working to protect the mosaic. (Photo: Elazığ Museum)

The mosaic “is the first of its kind to have survived to the present day as a whole and in its portrayal of animals, all of which were once found here. There may be larger mosaics elsewhere in Türkiye, but those consist of geometric patterns or mythological subjects.”

One researcher speculated that the mosaic may have been part of a Roman official’s residence: “an expression of power”.



Source:

https://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/01/07/turkish-farmer-uncovers-rare-ancient-hunt-mosaic-likely-the-largest-of-its-kind-in-turkiye

[Kali]

1. there is so much STUFF in Turkey

you almost can't pick up a rock without it being some kind of antiquity. amazing country.

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2. And this mosaic survived how many empire changes and wars? Another treasure in Turkiye...

Underground city in Cappadocia, Turkiye.



Hotel carved from stone rock in Cappadocia, Turkiye.