Roman Terracotta Miniature Vessels egyptianpottery Accession number: (https://www

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and demonstrate the continuity of zoomorphic symbolism in Mesopotamian ritual and administrative contexts

Most pieces were created from a distinctive black ware

The reverse is adorned with four concentric rings painted in underglaze blue

Animal imagery in particular often carried symbolic or protective significance

Roman Terracotta Miniature Vessels egyptianpottery Accession number: (https://wwwRoman Empire, c. 100300 AD A beautiful pair of finely preserved Roman terracotta miniature vessels, expertly wheel thrown and elegantly proportioned, dating to the height of the Roman Empire. One example presents a rounded, slightly compressed body with a wide mouth and delicately shaped rimoriginally intended to receive a lid. Its subtly tapering shoulders rise from a flat, projecting base, creating a harmonious and balanced silhouette. The second