ITEM: Plate
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Roman, North Africa
PERIOD: 3rd - 5th Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 40 mm x 136 mm diameter
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex French private collection, acqcuired between 1980s - 1990s

Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.

Roman plates found in North Africa during the 3rd to 5th centuries AD offer valuable insights into the region's cultural and economic dynamics during this period. North Africa, particularly regions such as Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya, was an integral part of the Roman Empire and experienced significant cultural assimilation and economic integration. Roman pottery, including plates, was widely produced and traded throughout the Mediterranean, reflecting the exchange of goods and ideas across vast networks of trade routes.

Roman plates discovered in North Africa often exhibit distinctive characteristics influenced by both Roman and indigenous North African traditions. These plates were typically made from clay and featured a variety of shapes, sizes, and decorative styles. Some plates were adorned with elaborate vegetal motifs, geometric patterns, or figural scenes inspired by local flora and fauna, while others featured Roman-inspired designs such as grapevines, acanthus leaves, or mythological themes.

The presence of Roman plates in North Africa attests to the region's integration into the broader Roman cultural sphere and its participation in the Mediterranean economy. These plates were used for various purposes, including dining, ceremonial feasting, and religious offerings, reflecting the diverse social and cultural practices of North African communities under Roman rule.

Good condition

4 x 13.6 x 13.6 cm