Late Roman/Early Byzantine Ceramic A large, heavy Roman vessel. - 18 cm

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.

Stima:650€

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