Ashlar with phallus, Tarraco (Tarragona, Spain)

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Abstract

Ashlar with a carved phallus from the site of Tarraco (Tarragona, Spain). From the area of the public baths in Sant Miquel Street. Dated between the 1st and 3rd centuries A.D. The presence of a phallus on parts of buildings is related to its use as a symbol of portection and prosperity from the town. 416 photos completely processed in Reality Capture. The project was done with the support of the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona and the Agència Catalana del Patrimoni Cultural. Catalog No. MNAT 45233. Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona (2019): Tarraco: Exposición de síntesis. Generalitat de Catalunya Publicacions. Source: Objaverse 1.0 / Sketchfab

Fields of Study & Subjects

Archaeological and Historical Studies Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History Archaeological and Geological Studies

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
28 July 2026
Language
EN
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