Bronze stirring rod

Unknown

ca. 2nd century BCE–1st century CE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

This instrument was used for mixing ointments or cosmetics. The central disk both served as a lid for the bottle containing the mixture and helped to keep the rod upright.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 2nd century BCE–1st century CE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Greek or Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76