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Frog-Shaped Guttus (Oil Flask)
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<em>Guttus</em> is a Latin word referring to a small vessel with vertical spout and ring handle, probably used for pouring small amounts of precious liquids. Often, mold-made ceramic <em>gutti </em>take the form of animals, with realistic painted decoration. Here, the lifelike frog features black stripes and alternating black and white circles.
| Artist / Maker | South Italian, Apulian |
|---|---|
| Date | 300s BCE |
| Culture / Origin | South Italian, Apulian |
| Medium | ceramic |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.); Overall: 5.8 x 11.2 x 9.1 cm (2 5/16 x 4 7/16 x 3 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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