Collection & Themes
The Collection
Maastricht is the central location of the collection, but the objects span throughout the Meuse-Rhine Euroregion (Euregio). View the interactive map below to see where the objects were found.
Click on each of the objects on the interactive map to learn more.
The Purpose of the Objects
Each object has a compelling history. Watch this video to listen to Astrid Smeets, Chief Curator at Centre Céramique, discussing the origins of the objects and the collection. Using a printed 3D model of the Roman-British drinking cup, Astrid also raises important questions around the idea of reproductions of artefacts asking “what can we use it for”?
Themes
All the objects fall under certain themes presented below. Click on each theme to explore the objects and the history behind them.
Objects
View all the 22 digitised objects that form the Maastricht Collection. Click to explore each object, its story, and its role within the collection.
- Amber Distaff
- Antler Amulet
- Antler Pick
- Bartmann Jug
- Beaumont Rifle
- Bone Skate
- Bull Head-Shaped Spout
- Cooking Pot
- Fortifications Key
- Frankish Bead
- Frankish Necklace
- Frankish Pot
- Iron Shield Boss
- Prehistoric Socketed Axe
- Roman Arm Purse
- Roman Cavalry Pendant
- Roman Oculist Stamp
- Roman Pot
- Roman Roof Tile
- Roman-British Cup
- Silenus Jar
- Torture Device