Phoenician Jug

Unknown7th Century BC

University of Malta, Department of Classics & Archaeology

University of Malta, Department of Classics & Archaeology
Msida, Malta

A small Phoenician terracotta jug generally referred to as a mushroom-lipped jug. This particular specimen is missing the upper most part - or mushroom lip. Generally found in funerary contexts this is one of the very few examples that has been excavated and recovered from an underwater site.

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  • Title: Phoenician Jug
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 7th Century BC
  • Location Created: Unknown
  • Physical Dimensions: H 15cm
  • Type: Ceramic artefact
  • Rights: UM
  • Medium: Clay/Terracotta
  • Art Genre: Vase/Jug
University of Malta, Department of Classics & Archaeology

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