Globular Jug on Base

Place of OriginRoman Empire, probably Syria

DateProbably 4th century

DimensionsH: 5 1/8 in. (13.0 cm); Rim Diam: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm); Max Diam: 2 3/4 in. (7.0 cm); Base Diam: 1 1/2 in. (3.9 cm)

MediumGlass; free blown and tooled.

ClassificationGlass

Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey

Object number

1923.987

Not on View

DescriptionThis reddish glass jug has a round body and tall neck, with a ribbed handle that loops beneath the rim. The surface has subtle streaks and bubbles, showing how it was made. A coil of glass decorates the area just below the mouth.

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