Roman North African Redware Bowl with Sgraffito

Roman North African Redware Bowl with Sgraffito, ca. 200-400 AD. Ancient redware pottery plate or shallow bowl, manufactured in the Roman-occupied region of Carthage, in present-day Tunisia. The vessel features a rich deep-red finish and a small, ringed foot. The center is inscribed with the initial “D” in sgraffito. A utilitarian vessel representative of the tableware used by the broader Roman population during the period. Ex-private East Coast collection, acquired at auction; Artemis Gallery, 25 May 2006. Dia. 9 7/8" H. 1 3/4" (25 cm x 4.4 cm)..