Roman Bronze Sewing Needle swatowware Catherine A

Catherine A

There are small traces of the original pale orange pigment

Greco-Bactrian Empire

reflecting the high level of metallurgical expertise in the region

was frequently used to accentuate details on these figures

Roman Bronze Sewing Needle swatowware Catherine ARoman Empire, c. 100200 AD A superb and well crafted ancient Roman sewing needle, expertly modeled in bronze. This elegant tool features a rounded flat head with two precisely perforated round eyes, allowing for the secure threading of fine fibers. The long, straight body tapers to a sharp point, demonstrating the exceptional craftsmanship of Roman metalworkers. Bronze needles like this were essential tools in Roman daily life, used for sewing