100-300 AD. Roman. Bronze wine vessel with flaring step rim, restricted neck, piriform body, squat foot and large ear-shaped handle. Wine drinking was an important part of Roman culture. This beautiful vessel would have been used for the serving of wine, which was often consumed mixed with spices or honey. Good condition.Size: L:215mm / W:140mm ; 1.1kg; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market before 2000.