Vessel for Liquids (Askos)
Artist
Unidentified artist
CultureGreek, Italian, Daunia
Datec. 300 BCE
Mediumpainted terra cotta
Dimensions14 x 12 1/8 in. (35.6 x 30.8 cm)
Classificationsceramics
Credit LineGift of Henry and Sara Immerwahr
Object number76.55.1
DescriptionSingle-spouted askos, with one handle. Ornamental patterns painted in gray-brown matte glaze on neck and shoulder, with waves, a broken maeander, spiral band, floral garland, and palmette. On the top of the handle and in a band to either side, a tendril interspersed with palmettes.On View
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