Alabaster alabastron (perfume vase)

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6th–4th century BCE · Calcite (alabaster) · Greek and Roman Art

The miniature alabastron has two lugs with thickened ends and a wide lip. The surface shows traces of burning.

Artist

Unknown

Date

6th–4th century BCE

Medium

Calcite (alabaster)

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76