Record ID: BM-749729
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy vessel mount, possibly from a large bowl similar to those of Eggers Type 96, 98, 99, 100, 102, 103 and 104 depicting a naked figure reclining under a tree, dating to the Roman period. The object is asymmetrical and teardrop shaped in plan. In section, it is approximately hemispherical in section. The underside of the mount is slightly convex and has a rough, scored surface, with traces of a white substance, possibly lead solder, attached to it. The mount is decorated with a cast figure, reclining right. The figure's right arm is resting behind his head, whilst the le…
Created on: Tuesday 9th December 2014
Last updated: Monday 29th July 2019
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Record ID: BM-751115
Object type: SHOE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cowhide shoe, possibly a military boot dating to the late second or early third century AD. The shoe has been designed to be worn on the left foot. The shoe is swayed and very pointed. The toe turns noticeably inward. The toe is very pointed and tapers to the tread of the foot. The waist and seat are almost straight, with little variation in width. A single line of studs runs around the outer edge of the shoe, with four straight lines in the tread down to the waist. There is a single line in the waist towards the outer edge, but otherwise the waist is open and free of st…
Created on: Tuesday 9th December 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
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Record ID: BM-75628C
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy Roman multifunctional eating utensil, dating to the second or third century AD. The handle is in the form of an elongated, crouching feline, probably a lion or panther, with front legs outstretched. The legs are set forward of and below the animal's head which has moulded ears, slight recesses for eyes and a groove showing the mouth. The elongated body behind is U-shaped in cross-section, the underside being recessed. Just over halfway along the animal is a slight bulge representing the creature's hind quarters and legs. The handles continues, terminating in a cres…
Created on: Tuesday 9th December 2014
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
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