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Clay amphora

Amphora with a spherical body and conical neck that ends in a mouth the shape of a drinking glass. The two bow handles are set parallel to the shoulder of the vase. Thin horizontal grooves, that are shaped in the wheel, encircle the body at the level of the shoulders.

Code

ΒΚ 2644

Type

Clay amphora

Chronology

5th-first half of 6th century

Dimensions

Height 59 cm.

Material of Construction

Clay

Origin

Thessaloniki, church of Hosios David

See also

EXHIBITS

Clay bowl

EXHIBITS

Clay amphora

EXHIBITS

Clay strainer

EXHIBITS

Clay whistle

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