05-22-2006, 05:21 PM
Quote:Travis,
the thought is intersting but I belive it is artistic mistake not artistic licence.
Well you can never tell from one example. If we had a few images like this, we might suggest otherwise, but without them I'm inclined to agree with you.
I find it interesting because many Roman re-enactors have their subarmalia open in front, which is practical, but there is no real evidence for it. I think that subarmalia are based on the linothorax, as they seem to share so many of their features, which is why I'm reconstructing mine with side openings.
Thanks again!
Travis
Theodoros of Smyrna (Byzantine name)
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