Ancient CyprusAncient Cyprus

Object photograph·Csn2307·1927–1931

Blown glass jar

Blown glass jar, a squat cylinder with a wide, flat rim
Photograph: Swedish Cyprus Expedition, 1927–31. Medelhavsmuseet, Stockholm, Csn2307. Public domain (CC0).

Description

A squat, cylindrical vessel with a thick outturned rim and a rounded base, photographed from slightly above. Its surface is dull and mottled with pale patches and dark spots, suggesting weathering. The object stands on a light surface and casts a soft shadow to the right.

English, translated from the original record

Blown glass jar.