05-23-2005, 02:27 AM
I just got the new version of Corelli's "Pompeii", newly translated from Italian. Superb book and illustrations in a coffee table format, with impressive detail. Great price from David Brown too.
But, question: in an image of carbonized bread, there is a baker's mark. My daughter and I, who both bake bread, can't figure out how and when that was impressed into the loaf. The lettering is quite sharp and distinct, which would not be the case if it were impressed even before the loaf went into the oven, we feel. Does anyone know if have been any tools found that impress into the loaves?
Secondly, the angle does not allow you to read the inscription. Does anyone know what it is?>
But, question: in an image of carbonized bread, there is a baker's mark. My daughter and I, who both bake bread, can't figure out how and when that was impressed into the loaf. The lettering is quite sharp and distinct, which would not be the case if it were impressed even before the loaf went into the oven, we feel. Does anyone know if have been any tools found that impress into the loaves?
Secondly, the angle does not allow you to read the inscription. Does anyone know what it is?>
Richard Campbell
Legio XX - Alexandria, Virginia
RAT member #6?
Legio XX - Alexandria, Virginia
RAT member #6?
