Ancient Roman - Gallo-Roman vase sherds in terra sigillata with decoration - Lions and gladiators - 1st–3rd (No reserve price)

These Ancient Roman Gallo-Roman terra sigillata vase sherds are decorated with lions and gladiators, dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries CE. Terra sigillata, meaning 'sealed earth,' refers to a type of fine, glossy red pottery widely produced and distributed across the Roman Empire as tableware. Decorative motifs such as lions symbolized strength or exoticism, while gladiators highlighted popular Roman entertainments and societal values. The Gallo-Roman context places these fragments in Romanized areas of Gaul (modern France), showcasing the blend of local and imperial artistic traditions. Sherds like these are significant for understanding Roman daily life, art, and the extent of cultural assimilation in provincial regions.