Late Roman/Early Byzantine Ceramic A large, heavy Roman vessel. - 18 cm
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Description from the seller
Roman Empire – late Roman, massive, double-handled ceramic pot – approx. 3rd–5th century AD – 18 cm – 1,839 kg
Very interesting and unusually massive ancient ceramic vessel made of grey to dark grey, coarsely grog-tempered ware.
The vessel has a stout, bulging body, a wide base, and a distinctly outward-turning rim. Particularly characteristic are the two exactly opposite former mounting points of the originally present handles. Both handles are no longer present today, but their original positions are clearly recognizable.
The surface shows numerous original manufacturing and use traces. Inside, circumferential turning or smoothing traces are visible. The thick shard contains clearly recognizable mineral inclusions and shows a predominantly grey, presumably reduction-fired surface.
Typologically, the vessel can be well placed within the realm of Roman to late Roman utilitarian pottery. Comparable two-handled vessel forms are known from the Rhineland, Lower Germania, as well as from the north Gallic and adjacent Roman provincial areas. Especially in the 4th century AD, comparable sturdy double-handle vessels appear.
Based on shape, production technique, and ware type, dating to the late Roman period, roughly 3rd–5th century AD, is plausible.
Dimensions:
Height: approx. 18 cm
Mouth diameter: approx. 21 cm
Base diameter: approx. 15 cm
Weight: 1,839 g
Condition:
Ancient state of preservation with age-related deposits, signs of use, and minor damage. Both handles are missing. The opposite handle mounts are clearly preserved. Surface and sherds show authentic ancient aging.
No restoration!
A decorative and at the same time archaeologically interesting example of Roman utilitarian pottery with unusually robust walls and high own weight.
Dating: approx. 3rd–5th century AD.
Culture: Roman Empire
Region: probably Rhineland / Lower Germania / north Gaulish area
Material: Ceramic / coarse grey clay ware.
Roman Empire – late Roman, massive, double-handled ceramic pot – approx. 3rd–5th century AD – 18 cm – 1,839 kg
Very interesting and unusually massive ancient ceramic vessel made of grey to dark grey, coarsely grog-tempered ware.
The vessel has a stout, bulging body, a wide base, and a distinctly outward-turning rim. Particularly characteristic are the two exactly opposite former mounting points of the originally present handles. Both handles are no longer present today, but their original positions are clearly recognizable.
The surface shows numerous original manufacturing and use traces. Inside, circumferential turning or smoothing traces are visible. The thick shard contains clearly recognizable mineral inclusions and shows a predominantly grey, presumably reduction-fired surface.
Typologically, the vessel can be well placed within the realm of Roman to late Roman utilitarian pottery. Comparable two-handled vessel forms are known from the Rhineland, Lower Germania, as well as from the north Gallic and adjacent Roman provincial areas. Especially in the 4th century AD, comparable sturdy double-handle vessels appear.
Based on shape, production technique, and ware type, dating to the late Roman period, roughly 3rd–5th century AD, is plausible.
Dimensions:
Height: approx. 18 cm
Mouth diameter: approx. 21 cm
Base diameter: approx. 15 cm
Weight: 1,839 g
Condition:
Ancient state of preservation with age-related deposits, signs of use, and minor damage. Both handles are missing. The opposite handle mounts are clearly preserved. Surface and sherds show authentic ancient aging.
No restoration!
A decorative and at the same time archaeologically interesting example of Roman utilitarian pottery with unusually robust walls and high own weight.
Dating: approx. 3rd–5th century AD.
Culture: Roman Empire
Region: probably Rhineland / Lower Germania / north Gaulish area
Material: Ceramic / coarse grey clay ware.
Details
Culture
Late Roman/Early Byzantine
Century/timeframe
3-5Jhr.
Name of object
A large, heavy Roman vessel.
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2015
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
Denmark
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
18 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2003
Width
21 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Denmark
Depth
15 cm
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.
