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Date Flask

Unknown1st–2nd century A.D.

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Mold-blown date flask of translucent amber-colored glass, the body blown in a two-part mold. The short flaring neck ends with a lip folded inwards. The rim was completed with a small fill.

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  • Title: Date Flask
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1st–2nd century A.D.
  • Location Created: Eastern Mediterranean
  • Physical Dimensions: 7.1 × 3.2 cm (2 13/16 × 1 1/4 in.)
  • Type: Flask
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Glass
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 2003.334
  • Culture: Roman
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
  • Creator Display Name: Unknown
  • Classification: Vessels (Containers)
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