Here’s the report for it! https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/sites/default/files/download-file/Expert%27s%20statement_Roman%20Figurine.pdf And the finds page. https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/631306?utm_source=Salon+Subscribers&utm_campaign=adaf03f78a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_07_31&u...

So I'm sure I've mentioned before of my love of Late Antiquity and early medieval/ Migration Age Europe and how that period has influenced my vision of Middle-earth. I've recently come around to the standard cloak of the time period. A rectangular blanket that the Romans dubbed a "sagum." ...

In my reckoning, the more moving parts an item has, the greater the chance it will break down when you need it the most. Although I can't imagine what kind of rough treatment one would have to give a folding spoon (that should be wrapped up and tucked away safe and sound while on the trail) to break...

I'm with Eofor on the practicality of modern clothing. I'm not about to toss out my trusty Carhartt work coat for a cloak when I'm out working in the field.There's a reason that clothing evolved as it did. Now if I were camping in cooler weather, I would definitely bring my cloak for those brisk ear...

It occurs to me suddenly that my knowledge of alcohol and the brewing of alcohol is rather lacking haha. I don't know how much I could contribute to the discussion of individual culture's preferences but I know I could help with the drinking of it! It all sounds good to me. Especially that HRUM, Gul...

Gotta say, this seems like my own personal hellscape honestly. I don't do well with crowds so having that many people all together in such a whirlwind of different activities seems like a recipe for personal disaster. I'd much rather sit down with a mug of dark brew with a few friends for long discu...

On the subject of historical quivers, not too long ago I came across this recent find of a 4th century Romano-British figurine. It's notable as being a possible depiction of the birrus britannicus but if you look at the shoulder, you can clearly see a quiver. They think it might be depicting a hunte...

I suspect it may have something to do with Svetliy Sudar Workshop’s continued development of Aragorn-themed items for EXTREMELY high prices, and other makers (like someone who may or may not be typing this right now) saying, to employ a bit of hyperbole, “well if they can charge $2,000,000,000 for ...

Welcome to both Tom_Ranger and LeyJane!

Hmm, seems I neglected to express a proper welcome here on the forum. Mae govannen Elswyth!

Wow that's a rabbit hole. I like searching for things for people because I usually end up reading the material myself and so learn more as I go. You're really going to have to narrow your searches down as there's just too much to swim through. I have grabbed what looked likely but can dig more. Eof...

Very very cool. This is what I love about this hobby. It's clearly inspired by history and actual artifacts but at the same time, it's something slightly different and fantastical. That fits the mood so well!

I love it already. That design for the handle is great. Nicely subtle but definitely Rohirrim in nature. Can't wait to see the whole thing finished!

With the short but painful creak of the door being opened, the eyes of the small group were drawn to a new figure that had entered the Pony. A tall man with a shaggy mane of dark hair dressed in his worn traveling clothes shook off the remaining drizzle that had begun outside. The only small gleam o...

Simply wonderful. If I ever get my puukko project back off the ground I'll be looking at this one for influence for sure! Great job!