Overview
This book reviews Samian ware chronology, c. AD 150-275. A dating scheme is proposed, based upon the stratigraphic association of Samian ware with coins, and using the statistical strength of association between potters or styles with each other and with dated deposits. A new model is also presented for estimating time-lapses between minting and loss for coins of the period. The results extend Central Gaulish Samian ware later than hitherto supposed, and revise the relative sequence of potters. The average period of use of Samian vessels is often quite long, and therefore, close dating of Samian ware is questioned. A concluding discussion looks at the socio-economic significance of Samian ware decline.
Full Product Details
Author: Anthony Charles King
Publisher: BAR Publishing
Imprint: BAR Publishing
Volume: 2573
Dimensions:
Width: 21.00cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 29.70cm
Weight: 1.328kg
ISBN: 9781407311944
ISBN 10: 1407311948
Pages: 333
Publication Date: 15 November 2013
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
'As a rich example of an interdisciplinary approach to the problem, it combines mathematical/statistical methodologies with special analysis of data of coin hoards and mass archaeological material as well as that of the stratigraphy of archaeological sites of various types. A considerable part of the huge amount of evidence collected by [A.C. King] is presented in the form of graphs, figures and plates, which, in turn, demand attentive judgment. At the same time, it becomes clear that this book sets a new high level and standards for the subsequent research in the field of mass Roman pottery investigation, and this aspect will certainly not be ignored by scholars.' Sergei A. Kovalenko, Ancient West and East, Volume 15, 2016
'As a rich example of an interdisciplinary approach to the problem, it combines mathematical/statistical methodologies with special analysis of data of coin hoards and mass archaeological material as well as that of the stratigraphy of archaeological sites of various types. A considerable part of the huge amount of evidence collected by [A.C. King] is presented in the form of graphs, figures and plates, which, in turn, demand attentive judgment. At the same time, it becomes clear that this book sets a new high level and standards for the subsequent research in the field of mass Roman pottery investigation, and this aspect will certainly not be ignored by scholars.' Sergei A. Kovalenko, Ancient West and East, Volume 15, 2016
