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Alabastron (Oil Vase)

CultureGreek
Date5th century BCE
Mediumalabaster
Dimensions3 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (8.9 x 3.8 cm)
Classificationsfurnishings & equipment
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Grace Kehaya
Object number60.15.13
DescriptionA narrow dark brown line around the body, probably from a metal display ring. Traces of a red number “107” on one side, probably from a former collection, a second, unreadable number on bottom, and traces of green (ink?) above the ring mark. The interior has striations from a bit used to drill out the interior.
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