Abstract:

This article analyses the evolution of storage spaces in the rural settlements of the northeastern Catalan region between the 2nd century BCE and the 5th century CE, with placing emphasis on the role of cellae and dolia as indicators of the transformations of viticulture and the rural landscape during the Roman period. The aim is to examine, based on the excavated sites, the implementation, use and eventual disappearance of these containers and storage facilities, as well as their subsequent replacement by other types of vessels. This study seeks to identify the characteristics of cellae, estimate their approximate storage capacities, and determine the types of products stored in the dolia. In essence, this article highlights the significance of dolia as a key source for understanding the rural territory in the Roman period.