Terracotta askos (flask with a spout and handle over the top)

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4th century BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

Recumbent bull South Italian pottery is rich in hand-sized flasks for oil. The askos shape originates in that of a leather bag; when used for wine, the source is an oxhide, trimmed and sewn closed. Askoi often assume the form of animals.

Artist

Unknown

Date

4th century BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Greek, South Italian, Apulian

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Purchase, The Abraham Foundation Inc. Gift, 1979