Vases Alabastron Alabastron
Alabastron

Alabastron

Alabastron · 2nd–1st century B.C.
Core-formed, dark blue alabastron decorated with a combed pattern. A white thread spirals around the upper body continuing around the edge of the mouth. A thread of white also spirals around the lower body. Two lug handles, one on each side, are attached to the neck. The vessel shows signs of weathering and some discoloration. The surface has some abrasions and nicks.
Shape
Date
2nd–1st century B.C.
Culture
Greek
Dimensions
H: 7.90 cm
Medium
Glass
Museum
J. Paul Getty Museum
Accession Number
2003.198
Image Source
getty_cc0
Images courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (CC0)