platter, African slipware; Karanis; Pottery; Ceramic; Slip; Cross

Notes:

In good condition. Within a medallion (diameter: 16.2 cm) in the interior of the bowl, are three flared-armed Latin crosses. The largest cross in the center is 15.98 cm high. All three crosses are examples of the crux gemmata. The omega and alpha which hang from the cross are reversed. An extension at the top left may be a XP symbol. The crosses on either side are from the same stamp with the same missing ends top and bottom. Red slip ware.

Data Provider:

University of Michigan. Libraries

Collection:

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Subject Topic:

Karanis; Pottery; Egypt

Language:

UND

Rights:

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URL:

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