Velarium (Q23715)

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The awning sheltering the seats in an ancient Roman theatre of amphitheatre from the sun and rain.

The awning sheltering the seats in an ancient Roman theatre of amphitheatre from the sun and rain.
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Velarium
The awning sheltering the seats in an ancient Roman theatre of amphitheatre from the sun and rain.

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    Velarium (English)
    The awning sheltering the seats in an ancient Roman theatre of amphitheatre from the sun and rain. (English)
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    velarium (English)
    Latin pl. velaria. An awning in a Roman theatre or amphitheater that stretched above the audience as protection from the sun and elements. Also referred to as velum."" (English)
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