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Period

Roman (44 BC - AD 400)

Description

Group of Roman Amphorae. An amphora is a ceramic jar used for storing and transporting food and liquids like wine and olive oil. These were often traded over long distances from other parts of the Roman empire, such as Gaul (modern day France) and Spain.

Type of original

photographic transparency

Artist or photographer

St Albans Museums photographer

Location depicted in image

[not applicable].

Copyright

1)© St Albans Museums

Photo number

PH3501