Subligaculum

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Subligaculum, found in England and now on display in the Museum of London
Sportswoman with fascia pectoralis and subligaculum on a mosaic in the Villa Romana del Casale .

The subligaculum was a type of loincloth in the Roman Empire .

description

This Roman garment was made of leather and resembled modern underpants in shape. The subligaculum could be closed with cords on one side. It was worn by both men and women (in women parallel to the pectoral fascia ) and was an important part of the equipment of gladiators , athletes and actors. Usually this loincloth was the only item of clothing that was worn under the tunic .

The subligaculum differed from other loincloths by its sewn trouser legs, which were just a cloth that was fastened with a belt.

history

The subligaculum existed throughout ancient Rome and one surviving specimen was found in England. It can be viewed in the Museum of London .

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