The most important and original feature of the exhibition is the numerous Roman-era funerary stelae, known as “mirror” stelae, found in the nearby San Leonardo necropolis. These are sandstone slabs on the main face of which are carved singular stylized human figures, that is, real photographs of the past, which were placed on the burial to remember the deceased. Unique in their kind, the “mirror” stelae are typical of this area of Sardinia. The museum also houses a rich collection of objects from the Roman period, such as ceramic pottery, glass unguentaries, gold and gemstone jewelry, coins and bronze artifacts. Many of these objects were found inside burials and constituted the grave goods that accompanied the deceased to the Afterlife. In addition to the permanent collection, the Archaeological Museum of Viddalba sets up temporary exhibitions, organizes cultural events, itineraries and conferences, and finally offers educational activities, workshops and educational games for schools.
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