In a Roman dining-room
Introduction
Luxury tablewares, particularly samian pottery, were imported in large amounts, particularly after the invasion in AD43. Samian is a glossy red-brown pottery originally from Arrezzo in Italy, and later from Gaul. It can be plain or decorated, and was mass-produced in many forms, using moulds. Some of the pottery was found in burials, perhaps containing food and drink for the afterlife of the deceased.

Q  - Click on links below to view the evidence 1 How did Romans serve food at meal times? 2 What luxury items might be found on a wealthy Roman dining room table?

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