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Amphoriskos
Amphoriskos
Amphoriskos
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  • Vessel

Amphoriskos

Date5th century BCE
MediumGlass, Metal
Dimensions12.1 x 4.2 cm
Label TextThis amphoriskos, or small jar, is a core-formed vessel created in the 5th century BCE.
DescriptionGreen amphoriskos with turquoise decoration.
Rim, handles and base knob are made of metal; sloping shoulder; ovoid body. One single turquoise thread spirals around shoulder followed by turquoise zigzag design, metal rim, handles and base knob are not original; no residue; body is broken, vessel has been restored (glued) on several places.

Core-formed; footed; everted rim; two loop handles from shoulder to rim; foot, neck and handles encased in metal (not original); blue tight wave decoration; metal base.
Object number1881.28.6
Collections
  • Glass
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