Slaves did everything.
Because of the vast amount that needed to be done around the plantations, households, roman style villas, and because owning slaves was a sign of wealth
Roman slaves were employed in a wide range of roles, including agricultural labor on farms, mining for precious metals, and domestic service in households. They also worked as craftsmen, teachers, and skilled laborers in various trades. Some slaves were even tasked with administrative duties, managing estates or businesses. Overall, their work was often demanding and varied, reflecting the diverse needs of Roman society.
in stable two-person households
They worked in the farms, the households and on public works.
Slavery was an institution in every ancient civilization and culture. The Romans were no exception. Slavery was an ancient fact of life. The Romans used their slaves to handle various jobs and responsibilities, freeing up the owner to do other things and to accomplish more. The Romans depended on their slaves and trusted them with their money, their children, their businesses, and their households.
The females were used in the households taking care of the children and the households and the males were used in the open fields working the farms. even though some female slaves were used for that purpose.
Roman slaves did everything from hard labor to housework.
roman craftsman and slaves
Roman slaves did everything from hard labor to housework.
yes 1 person could have up 2 about 400 slaves
In ancient Rome, slaves were primarily categorized into two groups: domestic slaves and agricultural slaves. Domestic slaves typically worked in households, performing tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal service, while agricultural slaves were employed on farms and estates, laboring in fields to produce crops. Both types of slaves were considered property, lacking personal rights and freedoms, and their treatment varied widely depending on their owners and the nature of their work.
The females were used in the households taking care of the children and the households and the males were used in the open fields working the farms. even though some female slaves were used for that purpose.