Agora Object: Agora XXIX, no. 1755 | Dimensions: | | H. 8.1; Diam. 9.0. | | Chronology: | | Context of second half of 4th century and early 3rd century, with a few late 3rd-century pieces | | Published Number: | | AV 29.1755 | | References: | | Object: P 26875
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Aryballos: Impressed Decoration.
One-third of rim and part of body restored, including center of floor.
Flat bottom. Profile in two stages divided by concave band bounded by groove above and below. Stamped concentric circles on shoulder.
Stamped ovolos on body, below concave band. Thin neck, widely flaring rim. Thin strap handle from shoulder to lip. Micaceous, reddish yellow fabric (5YR 7/6); dull brown-to-tan glaze inside and outside.
Shape allied to blister-ware aryballoi and their imitations (see 1749).
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