ROMAN TERRACOTTA BRICK WITH STAMP ON STAND
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Ca. 100-300 AD. A corner fragment of terracotta brick, featuring a stamped design. The rectangular stamp bears the inscription "AN (...)", which likely refers to the name of the maker or the location where the brick was produced. The fragment is an intriguing piece of history, providing a glimpse into the ancient world and its architectural achievements. Terracotta bricks were a common building material in ancient Rome, used for a wide range of structures, from humble houses to grand public buildings. The bricks were made by molding clay into the desired shape and then firing them in a kiln to harden them. They were often stamped with inscriptions or designs that identified the maker, the location, or the purpose of the brick. Cf. The British Museum, Museum number 1915,1229.19. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:185mm / W:125mm ; 1.17kgProvenance: Private London collection, B.A.; formerly in pre-2000 European collection.
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ROMAN TERRACOTTA BRICK WITH STAMP ON STAND
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