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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Roman Terra Sigillata Painted Bowl, 100 CE - 200 CE
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Roman Terra Sigillata Painted Bowl, 100 CE - 200 CE
Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Roman Terra Sigillata Painted Bowl, 100 CE - 200 CE

Roman Terra Sigillata Painted Bowl, 100 CE - 200 CE

Terra Sigillata
12.75 x 3
P.1037
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In the Classical world, the motifs of grape leaves and fruit frequently indicated association with Dionysus, the god of wine and merriment. In the Christian faith, the vine also became...
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In the Classical world, the motifs of grape leaves and fruit frequently indicated association with Dionysus, the god of wine and merriment. In the Christian faith, the vine also became associated with the mysteries of communion. This elegant bowl, with its painted design of grape vines sprouting from a footed vase, most probably was used on occasions when wine was served. Imagine the guests at some ancient feast taking food and passing the vessel around as they discussed the latest news from Rome. As the evening wore on, there was perhaps the music of flutes, dancers or acrobats, laughter and song. In the presence of this lovely bowl, our imagination floats freely back to that vanished night at the time when Rome was in her glory.
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