Art Institute of Chicago

Bottle

Egyptian

Date: New Kingdom, late Dynasty 18 or 19 (about 1505–1202 BCE)
Medium: Glass, core-formed technique
Culture: Egypt
Department: Arts of Africa
Institution: Art Institute of Chicago

Most early glass vessels, such as this example, are small, sealable containers designed to hold aromatic oils, scented unguents (ointments), or valuable insence.

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