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Roman samian bowl, decorated
Panel decoration demarcated by fine wavy lines. Between two of these lines a repeated, vertical acanthus motif. This type of ornament, with variants, also occurs in one panel. Two one-handled flagons, somewhat similar to Dech.1079, are seen amongst the decoration. (1) Figure of a gladiator (cf.D.614) with shield on left arm. (2) Siren or Harpy (D.499, reversed) Good yellowish-red, velvety glaze and particularly fine workmanship.
Dr 37 is a hemispherical decorated bowl
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
25.212/11.
Find Information
Site Name: Brecon Gaer, Powys
Grid Reference: SO 02 NW
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1924-1925
Notes: From site of new farmhouse, north of the fort.
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