Excavations, 1869, Plan and View of a part of the Circus Maximus of the time of the Trajan, on the curve
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This looks like a carved wooden box with two sides. The top shows a line of people in long robes, some holding objects like scrolls or cups. They’re arranged in a row, all facing slightly inward, with simple patterns on their clothes. The bottom side has a scene of animals—maybe horses or oxen—galloping in a line, with some trees or buildings in the background. The top side looks like it might be a parade or a procession, but the exact story isn’t clear. The carving is simple but detailed, with clean lines and some shading to show depth. If you like this kind of carved detail, check out cross-hatching next.
