Anse de Laurons 2 – Roman Merchant Ship

Design Overview

The Anse de Laurons 2 is a 3D archaeological reconstruction of a late 3rd-century CE Roman merchant ship. Based on ship reconstruction plans by R. Bockius and shipwreck evidence discovered near Marseille, France, this model represents a small coastal vessel roughly 15 meters long. The digital asset captures preserved structural details from the wreck, including deck elements, hold panels, and specialized side-rudder support structures, with decorative elements drawn from Roman mosaics. Further research context is detailed in the initial excavation report.

Included Formats

This package contains primary 3D files and textures suitable for historical visualization projects and game development workflows in Unity or Unreal Engine:

• Blender native scene file
• FBX and OBJ export formats
• PBR textures and material setups

Geometry at a Glance

Constructed with realistic timber surface detail and accurate proportions, the model balances geometric fidelity and efficiency. The total polygon count sits at 186.8k triangles and 99.2k vertices, ensuring crisp visual quality across hull timbers and deck fixtures.

Related Project Option

To populate a historical Mediterranean port scene or Roman military transport render, consider pairing this merchant vessel with a Roman Legionary Shield Scutum.

For workflow planning, the page records that and is categorized under Cultural Heritage & History, Science & Technology.