Antique. Roman Samian pottery sherd, from the 3rd century.

Antique. Roman Samian pottery sherd, from the 3rd century.

Location: Thames, London .

Samian pottery, also known as Terra Sigillata, is a type of fine pottery used in the Roman Empire from the 1st to the 3rd century AD. This pottery is characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and colorful hues ranging from bright orange to deep red. Samian pottery was primarily produced in Gaul (modern-day France) and is known for its decorative designs, often with mythological or everyday motifs. The pottery was made using molds, which allowed for mass production and standardization of both shapes and sizes. This contributed to its popularity throughout the Roman Empire.

Dimensions approx.: 2.9x2.5 cm.

Condition: see pictures.