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Jug

Datelate 1st-2nd c. AD
Periodearly Roman
Object GeographyCyprus
Geography NotesSaid to have been found in the "Greek tombs" at Idalion
MediumGlass (free-blown)
DimensionsOverall: 6 11/16 × 7 1/2 in. (17 × 19 cm)
ClassificationsGlass
Credit LineBequest of John Ringling, 1936
Object numberSN28.1408
The blown glass technique was widespread in the Roman world. Glass jugs like this one were made only on Cyprus. The thickly applied handle contrasts with the thin walls of the jug. Glass color is the result of several factors, including firing conditions and the addition of metal oxides.
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Jug
1st–3rd Century
Barrel Jug
Unknown
Juglet
Unknown
Jug
Unknown
8th Century BC
Amphora
mid 3rd–3rd Century BC
Jug
Unknown
Hydria
mid 3rd–3rd Century BC