Kolhapur's Roman Connection
Channel: Peepul Tree World (Live History India)
Date: 2020-12-18

The exquisite bronze statue of Greco-Roman God of the Seas, Poseidon is one of the finest examples of Roman art found in Asia. But what makes this statue, even more special, is that it was found on a small hillock called ‘Bramhapuri’, in the city of Kolhapur in Maharashtra. This Poseidon is a remarkable link to the thriving trade that Ancient Maharashtra once had with the Roman empire.


Bramhapuri is a small neighbourhood of Kolhapur located on a hillock next to the Panchaganga river and is only known for the bridge that is right next to it. Near the bridge are some medieval temples, partly submerged by the river. Even the local residents of the city are unaware of its importance. But it was at this very place, in 1945, that a hoard of artefacts were discovered during the excavations carried out by noted historian Dr HD Sankalia.  

Along with ancient coins and fragments of jugs, this bronze statue of Poseidon was found in what was believed to be a house of a trader, dating back to 1 century CE. The discovery created a sensation in history circles and led to an increased understanding of the Indo Roman connection.

This statue of Poseidon remained buried for hundreds of years only to be rediscovered in 1945. Today, it is on display at the Town Hall museum in Kolhapur and is sent for exhibitions around the world. An interesting reminder of the ancient connections between Kolhapur and Rome



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