Reproduction amphora jug with red body, dark brown-black glaze. Small foot, oval body , narrow neck and wide, flaring rim. Two small handle on either side vessel shoulder. A strap handle attached at shoulder and neck. Incised around the lower neck is a delicate vine with leaves.
amphorae (storage vessels)
incising
painting (coating)
earthenware
JUG
Unknown
9 1/4 (H), 5 (diameter) (inches)
Bequest of Susan Norton
1990.232
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