Ancient Roman Terra Sigillata plate (found at Cologne)
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Roman Terra-Sigillata plate from Cologne, dating to the Roman Imperial period (2nd century), made of ceramic Terra Sigillata, with a diameter of about 16.5 cm, in very good condition, acquired from a private collection in 2007, with provenance from Germany.
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Roman Terra-Sigillata Plate – Ancient Roman ceramics from Cologne
Culture: Roman Empire
Object: Terra-Sigillata Plate
Dating: Roman Imperial period
Material: Ceramic, Terra Sigillata
Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm
Provenance according to previous owner: Enggasse, Old Town of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
Year of find according to previous owner: 1965
Object description
Interesting Roman Terra-Sigillata plate made of reddish-brown ceramic, admired for its simple, harmonious form and its characteristic surface. The vessel features a slightly raised rim and a flat base area with a central resting surface.
Terra Sigillata is one of the best-known ceramic wares of ancient Rome. The red, glossy, finely coated ceramic was produced in large quantities across the Roman Empire and was widespread in domestic daily life as well as in military and civilian contexts.
Particularly interesting is the documented find information: according to the previous owner, the plate was found in 1965 on Enggasse in Cologne’s Old Town. Ancient Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium was an important Roman city on the Rhine and a key center for trade, crafts, and military. The stated origin gives this piece a special regional historical reference.
With its authentic appearance, the plate is an interesting collectible for lovers of Roman ceramics and the history of Roman Cologne.
Condition
Ancient preservation state with clear age-related signs of use, scratches, discolorations, deposits, and surface wear. At the rim a larger area of loss is visible. Further details on the condition can be seen in the photos.
Dimensions
* Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm
An interesting object of Roman everyday culture with a documented find provenance from Cologne’s Old Town.
Roman Terra-Sigillata Plate – Ancient Roman ceramics from Cologne
Culture: Roman Empire
Object: Terra-Sigillata Plate
Dating: Roman Imperial period
Material: Ceramic, Terra Sigillata
Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm
Provenance according to previous owner: Enggasse, Old Town of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
Year of find according to previous owner: 1965
Object description
Interesting Roman Terra-Sigillata plate made of reddish-brown ceramic, admired for its simple, harmonious form and its characteristic surface. The vessel features a slightly raised rim and a flat base area with a central resting surface.
Terra Sigillata is one of the best-known ceramic wares of ancient Rome. The red, glossy, finely coated ceramic was produced in large quantities across the Roman Empire and was widespread in domestic daily life as well as in military and civilian contexts.
Particularly interesting is the documented find information: according to the previous owner, the plate was found in 1965 on Enggasse in Cologne’s Old Town. Ancient Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium was an important Roman city on the Rhine and a key center for trade, crafts, and military. The stated origin gives this piece a special regional historical reference.
With its authentic appearance, the plate is an interesting collectible for lovers of Roman ceramics and the history of Roman Cologne.
Condition
Ancient preservation state with clear age-related signs of use, scratches, discolorations, deposits, and surface wear. At the rim a larger area of loss is visible. Further details on the condition can be seen in the photos.
Dimensions
* Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm
An interesting object of Roman everyday culture with a documented find provenance from Cologne’s Old Town.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
Ca 2. jh.
Name of object
Terra Sigillata plate (found at Cologne)
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2007
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1967
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
