Ancient Roman Terra sigillata Dish with TL - 18.5 cm
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Description from the seller
A Roman terra sigillata dish with applied decoration (2nd–3rd century A.D.) Rome. Diameter: 18.5 cm. Fragmented and professionally restored.
Terra sigillata is a type of Roman utility pottery, characterized by the red color of its glaze. The ceramics known by this name today are also distinguished by a glossy surface, either smooth or decorated with various relief motifs, typically figural and floral. The gloss was achieved by applying an engobe before firing at high temperatures. These vessels were also known for their exceptional durability.
This shallow dish, made of fine red terra sigillata, features applied relief decoration with two figures at its center. The main figure, larger in size, is dressed in typical Roman imperial attire and holds a staff. The secondary figure, smaller in size, appears nude, wearing only a cloak, and also holds a staff. The dish has a diameter of 18.5 cm and is fragmentary and restored.
Attached TL test from QED Laboratoire.
Provenance: Ex collection: Alison Barker (United Kingdom; 1970s–1990s).
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Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
A Roman terra sigillata dish with applied decoration (2nd–3rd century A.D.) Rome. Diameter: 18.5 cm. Fragmented and professionally restored.
Terra sigillata is a type of Roman utility pottery, characterized by the red color of its glaze. The ceramics known by this name today are also distinguished by a glossy surface, either smooth or decorated with various relief motifs, typically figural and floral. The gloss was achieved by applying an engobe before firing at high temperatures. These vessels were also known for their exceptional durability.
This shallow dish, made of fine red terra sigillata, features applied relief decoration with two figures at its center. The main figure, larger in size, is dressed in typical Roman imperial attire and holds a staff. The secondary figure, smaller in size, appears nude, wearing only a cloak, and also holds a staff. The dish has a diameter of 18.5 cm and is fragmentary and restored.
Attached TL test from QED Laboratoire.
Provenance: Ex collection: Alison Barker (United Kingdom; 1970s–1990s).
The Supplier warrants that he obtained this lot legally. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
2nd–3rd century A.D
Name of object
Dish with TL
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2024
Material
Terra sigillata
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
18.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
