Limestone votive krater (mixing bowl)

Unknown

ca. 3rd–1st century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

Large stone vases are characteristic of sanctuary sites on Cyprus. They may have served simply as votives that were set up prominently near the temple but they may also have been used during rituals associated with the cult.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 3rd–1st century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76