Timothy Koock was the founder of Woolsacks, who operated the only burlap sack making company in the country and earned the title "Home of the Largest Burlap Bag in the World" from Guinness World Records in 2013. Kooch acquired most of his collection through auction at Sotheby’s and Christie’s so collectors who missed out then now have another opportunity. The culturally significant collection was curated over the collectors lifetime and includes artifacts, tools, ceremonial objects, and items from the Yourba people, Fali people, Bamum people, Bambara people, Baoule people, Dan people, and Akan people. Absentee bidding is already underway so you may bid now and/or during the live event on Mastarting at 9:00 AM. The event is managed by Kings Auctions Inc. is honored to present private African Art collection of over 200 pieces.ĪUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, Febru/ / - In honor of Black History month we are honored to present for auction, the private collection of Western African, Spanish Colonial Reliquary, Aboriginal Artifacts, and Iconography art of collector Timothy Koock from Texas. Walk where the Roman senate walked, see where the gladiators fought, and stand where the citizens welcomed the Roman soldiers after successful military campaigns.In honor of Black History month Kings Auctions Inc. We include both Colosseum tickets and Roman Forum tickets, all skip the line of course! This Colosseum and Roman Forum Private Tour is a must for anyone interested in learning about Ancient Rome in a fun way.
As legend has it - as long as the sacred flame burned, Rome would endure and be victorious. Their foremost duty was maintaining the sacred fire of Vesta which represented the heart of Rome. They worked in the temple for a period of 30 years under different emperors and were regarded almost as goddesses in status. Listen to the story of the Lapis Niger (Latin for ‘black stone’), the most ancient Latin text ever discovered in the world - which is housed in the foundation of a column in the Forum.ĭiscover the Temple of the Vestal Virgins - six young women taken from aristocratic families to serve as virgin priests of Vesta. Learn how the pagan holiday Saturnalia influenced the unfolding of Christmas on the 25th of December today. Your guide will unlock fascinating stories of the design and construction, the political benefit, the fighters, and the eventual end of the games at the Colosseum.Īt the Imperial Roman Forum, your guide will bring to life the mythology, the popular celebrations of the time, and the gods of ancient Rome, which are reflected in the star signs in contemporary astrology. Discover how the Colosseum, a massive stone amphitheater that seated an estimated 60,000 spectators, was built in only 8 years. Visit the Colosseum, one of the largest structures of the ancient world, where Romans once gathered to watch the gladiator games, battles with wild beasts, and according to legend, sea battles. Discover the 2000-year history in a fun and entertaining way with your local expert guide. Visiting the Colosseum is a breathtaking experience.
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