Although metal utensils made of bronze or iron were widely available in the Roman period, simple, functional earthenware bowls, pans, casseroles and jars were an inexpensive and standard part of the equipment of every kitchen.

2018年12月27日 · One of the most unusual pieces of Roman pottery around is a regular looking jar but for the feature of having many holes in its body. Since it’s restoration from a pile of broken pieces found in a storeroom, ascertaining the true purpose of this strange object has proved a harder puzzle to piece together.

2011年8月22日 · An ancient Roman jar of mysterious origin and even more mysterious function has stumped experts. It was discovered broken in 180 pieces in the storage room of the Museum of Ontario Archaeology , and was recently painstakingly put back together.

Amphorae: Roman Amphorae were pottery jars which were used to carry different liquids and food items like olive oil, fish sauce and wine. These were usually large and coarsely made pottery items. The shape and size depended on type of liquid to be stored in them.

2011年8月18日 · An ancient clay vessel reconstructed from pieces discovered at a Canadian museum is riddled with tiny holes, leaving archaeologists baffled over what it was used for.

An amphora is a particular type of pottery used by the Romans and many other peoples in antiquity. It is a ceramic jar with a tapered bottom, a rimmed top, and two vertical handles near the top of the container.

2020年11月13日 · So, based on the thousands of sherds of Roman pottery found by our community of Venturers across our sites, let’s take a look at how you recognise the most common, basic types that turn up on archaeological sites …

Roman pottery refers to the ceramic vessels and objects produced during the Roman Empire, spanning over a vast geographical area and a timeline of several centuries. From humble cooking pots to exquisite decorative pieces, Roman pottery …

Roman Jar used for water during the first century. Authentic Roman amphora from the 1st century AD, Jerusalem. Used for storing water, wine, and other essential liquids. Crafted from durable clay, showcasing ancient pottery skills. Height: 14″ – …

Title: Terracotta jar. Period: Mid Imperial. Date: 2nd–3rd century CE. Culture: Roman. Medium: Terracotta; Cnidian relief ware. Dimensions: 6 1/2in. (16.5cm) Classification: Vases. Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1906. Object Number: 06.1021.252