Ca. 300-400 AD. A terra sigillata dish comprising a round-bottomed bowl with high sides that end in a thick everted rim. Terra sigillata is a type of Roman utility ceramics characterized by the red color of the glaze. Ceramics, known today by this name, was also distinguished by a glossy surface - smooth or decorated with various relief decorations, usually with figural and floral motifs. The gloss of the surface was obtained by covering it with an engobe before firing at high temperatures. These vessels were characterized by high durability.Size: L:87mm / W:245mm ; 1.04kgProvenance: Ex LR Collection, Bavaria, acquired before 1970.