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Roman Terracotta Mortarium khmerpottery A delicately cast bronze doubleRoman Empire, c. 50200 AD This magnificent and rare Ancient Roman mortarium is crafted from buff terracotta, expertly wheel turned with a stepped foot and double holes on the rim for a suspension cord. The interior retains much of its original sanded surface, designed to aid in grinding and blending, while a simple channeled pouring spout allows for easy transfer of liquids. Essential in Roman culinary practices, mortaria were used to grind spices,