Bottle

Roman Period

2nd–3rd century CE

Not on view

The basketry case held two-handled bottles that fit perfectly in its compartments, and another bottle that was much too small and probably did not belong. A basketry lid fit down over the top.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Bottle
Period: Roman Period
Date: 2nd–3rd century CE
Geography: From Egypt; (none assigned) Middle Egypt, Maghagha
Medium: Glass
Dimensions: H. 20.8 cm (8 3/16 in.), Diam (of mouth): 5.1 cm (2 in.)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1912
Object Number: 12.182.79d
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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