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Prosopomorphic vessel

Archaeological Museum of Đerdap and Unknown author2nd century A.D.

Museums of Serbia

Museums of Serbia
Belgrade, Serbia

Roman vessel with a representation of human face in grotesque manner. It is believed that it had a protective role, whether it be protecting the family and their house and possesions, the dead or the content of the vessel.

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  • Title: Prosopomorphic vessel
  • Creator: Archaeological Museum of Đerdap, Unknown author
  • Date Created: 2nd century A.D.
  • Location Created: Kladovo (Serbia), Karataš–Diana
  • Type: Artifact
  • Art Movement: Roman art
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