
Geometric
Alabaster Jars
Thin jars made of alabaster, Egyptian influenced
Classification
- Object type
- Stone vessel
- Shape
- Jar
- Material
- StoneCalcite (alabaster)
- Date
- 1050 - 580 BC
Collection
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