Ancient World

Dolium

A dolium (plural: dolia) is a large earthenware vase or vessel used in ancient Roman times for the fermentation of alcoholic beverages, as well as storage or transportation of goods. They are similar to kvevri, large Georgian vessels used to ferment wine. Also used as urine containers in ancient rome in houses of multi occupation.

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• ▸Cheddar Man
• ▸Dorothy Weir Young
• ▸Great Basilica, Plovdiv

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