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Distinctive FeaturesThis is a small amphora with a solid pointed spike. The neck is gently curved outwards with a ring in relief at the level of the upper attachment of the handles. It has an everted rim with the external face being flat or concave (Laubenheimer, 1989).See characteristics | ||
Date RangeFirst century AD.Search: [1st century AD] | ||
OriginA workshop is known at Mandelieu-la-Napoule (Alpes-Maritimes) (Rivet,1986).Search: [France] [North West Europe] | ||
ContentsUnknown, but possibly fish-sauce ?Search: [Fish Sauce] | ||
CommentsPrincipal contributor: Fanette Laubenheimer | ||
Terres dâAmphoresTerres dâAmphoresThe above link will take you to the new digital database of amphora types and fabrics from Gaulish production centres, 1st - 3rd century A.D. (Maison Archéologie & Ethnologie, René-Ginouvès). |