希臘文 坎塔羅斯一對 - 17.3 cm
編號 86332703
古羅馬 印記之地 盤子。西班牙出口許可證。 29.2 厘米 (沒有保留價)
編號 86332703
古羅馬 印記之地 盤子。西班牙出口許可證。 29.2 厘米 (沒有保留價)
ITEM: Plate
MATERIAL: Terra Sigillata
CULTURE: Roman, North Africa
PERIOD: 4th - 6th Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 36 mm x 292 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, acquired before 1970
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North African pottery during the Roman period exemplifies the vibrant cultural exchanges and artistic innovation that characterized this region during antiquity. The Roman occupation of North Africa, particularly regions such as Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya, led to the integration of Roman artistic techniques and styles with indigenous North African traditions. Pottery production in North Africa during this time was highly diverse, with local workshops producing a wide range of vessels for domestic use, religious rituals, and trade.
One of the most distinctive types of pottery from Roman North Africa is the red slip ware, which was characterized by its smooth red surface and often adorned with incised or painted decorative motifs. These vessels were commonly used for everyday purposes such as storing food and water, cooking, and serving meals. The red slip ware of North Africa reflects the influence of Roman pottery traditions, particularly in terms of form and function, while also retaining elements of indigenous North African styles and techniques.
In addition to red slip ware, North African pottery from the Roman period also included other types of vessels such as amphorae, storage jars, and oil lamps. These vessels were produced in large quantities and were exported throughout the Mediterranean world, attesting to the importance of North Africa as a center of ceramic production and trade during antiquity.