Amphora
MediumClay
Dimensions7 13/16 × 5 13/16 in. (19.844 × 14.764 cm)
At rim: 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm)
At rim: 2 15/16 in. (7.5 cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineBequest of John Ringling, 1936
Object numberSN28.415
Jars known as amphoras come in many shapes and sizes. This one most likely held liquids because of its narrow neck. The light green to gray color of the clay is a result of a purposeful overfiring of the vessel. This may have made the vessel more water tight.
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