Amphoriskos

Cypro-Archaic I
750 BCE-600 BCE

4 13/16 x 4 9/16 x 5 7/16 in. (12.3 x 11.6 x 13.8 cm)

This object has the following keywords:

• amphoriskoi - Small pointed-neck amphorae used for scented oil (perfume).
• clay - Naturally occurring sediments that are produced by chemical actions resulting during the weathering of rocks. Clays are composed of hydrated aluminum silicates, such as Kaolinite, Illite, Palygorskite, Attapulgite, Bentonite, and Montmorillonite. Small amounts of other minerals can change the color (white, yellow, brown or red) and texture of the clays. Clays may include all earths that form a paste with water and harden when heated.
• tableware - Articles, collectively, that are generally used for serving food at the table, including various types of flatware, cutlery, hollowware, plates, and accessories, such as coasters and napkin rings, but not necessarily constituting a service.