Roman Red Slip Barbotine Cup

Object Description

A very fine red slip cup featuring a globular body which tapers in towards the flat circular base. At the top is a large out-splayed rim with a single small handle applied at the shoulder. The upper body of the vessel is enriched with a floral design in high relief created using the barbotine technique.

Date: Circa 1st century AD

Object History

Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

Object Condition

Very fine condition, some minor chips to the body and encrustation to the surface.

Object Details