Terracotta vase in the shape of a horn

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1050–950 BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

An animal horn lends itself naturally for use in drinking and pouring libations, The clay version preserves details such as the articulated mouthpiece and the strap, here serving as a handle.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1050–950 BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76