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Alabastron
Unknown4th–3rd century B.C.
The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States
Core-formed, dark blue alabastron with combed decoration in light yellow. The vessel has two small handles on opposite sides, but at uneven heights. There is an area of repair near the neck. The condition is good, but there is some discoloration and the vessel is almost covered with iridescence. There are a few minor abrasions and scratches.
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Details
- Title: Alabastron
- Creator: Unknown
- Date Created: 4th–3rd century B.C.
- Location Created: Olbia (perhaps), Ukraine
- Physical Dimensions: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.)
- Type: Alabastron
- External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
- Medium: Glass
- Terms of Use: Open Content
- Number: 2003.187
- Culture: Greek
- Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
- Creator Display Name: Unknown
- Classification: Vessels (Containers)
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