Roman Redware Bowl with Incised Leaf Decoration

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Object Description

A fine Roman redware shallow bowl featuring a flat base with a small ring foot. The sides slightly extend outwards towards the staggered out-splayed shoulder and a folded rim. The bowl is enriched with an incised geometric design. A central circle is displayed with four pinnate leaves, equally spaced, extending outwards. The image is encompassed by a band of diagonal lines.

Date: Circa 3rd-5th century AD

Object History

The Oxford Library Sale, 1970’s onwards.

Object Condition

Excellent condition, very minor chip to rim, some encrustation to the surface.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:26 x H:4.4 x D:26 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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