Spathomele

Alternative Title

Spatula probe

Creator

Unknown

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Publication Date

January 2018

Time Period

1st-3rd centuries CE

Abstract

View description: Front view.

Keywords

Copper Spatula Probe

Alt Text

A three-dimensional model of a copper spoon (or similar tool) with a long, thin handle that ends with an olivary decoration and a broad, flat section at the opposite end that is reminiscent of a small spoon or butter knife. In the center of the object's handle are three, circular designs that wrap around it and add a decorative flair. The copper has turned to an oxidized green with age. The 3D model can be freely moved, rotated, and zoomed in and out to allow the viewer to inspect the object from multiple angles. A small, still image of the object is also included, with the object against a white background and a measurement scale in centimeters below it.

Physical Collection

Farid Karam Collection of Graeco-Roman Antiquities

Material

Copper alloy

Box

3

Dimensions

10.7 x 1.0-0.2 cm.

Language

English

Discovery Location

Eastern Mediterranean region

Media Type

Artists' materials

Format

Digital 3D model

Identifier

R30-00011

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Spathomele" (2018). Farid Karam M.D. Lebanon Antiquities Collection. 13.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/karam/13

Notes

citation/reference: John Stewart Milne, Surgical instruments in Greek and Roman times., Color: dark greenish-brown. Slender tool has an olivary point at one end, three round bands midway down the solid cylindrical shaft and a flat, broad spatula at the other end. The spatula is chipped on two sides; the tip of the oar-shaped blade is worn away. This item may also be referred to as a spathomele. Condition: Very good.

Equipment

Romer AbsoluteArm

Capture Technique

Laser Scanning, Geomagic Wrap 2015

Affiliation

University of South Florida. Department of History (LOC)