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Amphoriskos
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Though now missing both of its original handles, this silver vessel is a miniature version of an amphora, known in Greek as an amphoriskos. Such miniature vessels, made from silver or other materials, were used from the 6th century BCE onwards to store perfumes or scented oils.
| Artist / Maker | Greece, late Hellenistic period |
|---|---|
| Date | 200–1 BCE |
| Culture / Origin | Greece, late Hellenistic period |
| Medium | silver |
| Dimensions | Overall: 11.7 cm (4 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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