Roman Terracotta Miniature Vessel miniaturevases Ornamentation on a tapis symbolizes

Ornamentation on a tapis symbolizes reverence for the grandeur of nature and the greatness of God

which flows seamlessly over the vessel’s surface

incorporating a wide range of colors

The figure's looped arms and hands-on-hips stance convey an authoritative posture

sago palms

Roman Terracotta Miniature Vessel miniaturevases Ornamentation on a tapis symbolizesRoman Empire, c. 100300 AD A highly unusual Roman terracotta miniature vessel, beautifully formed in the shape of a small basket. Expertly wheel thrown, the vessel features a rounded, compressed body, concave shoulders, and a wide mouth with a finely tapered lip. A sturdy loop handle extends elegantly from rim to rim, and the piece rests on a shallow ring foot. Miniature vessels such as this were far more than simple containersthey once held perfumed