Roman Casting Net Lead Weight sarong Stone was used for axes

Stone was used for axes (kapak) and adzes

river catch

Despite its modest size

prized for its vibrant colors and lustrous finish

Asmat Art: Seventy years of Asmat woodcarving

Roman Casting Net Lead Weight sarong Stone was used for axesRoman Empire, c. 200400 AD A remarkable and well preserved cast lead weight, featuring a corseted cylindrical form, once used as a vital component in ancient Roman fishing techniques. The casting net, or throw net, was a simple yet highly effective tool for catching small bait or forage fish. Weighted around its edges, the circular net was skillfully thrown to spread out in midair before sinking, ensnaring fish as it was hauled back in. This method of