New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Jar

Manufacturer Unknown

Date500-899 A.D.

MediumBlown glass

DimensionsOverall: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Overall, Rim: 1 9/16 in. (4 cm)
Base: 1 1/2 x 1 3/8 in. (3.8 x 3.5 cm)

ClassificationsGlass

Credit LineMuseum Treasure Chest Purchase

Object number66.60.3

Terms

Green
Yellow
Eastern Mediterranean

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Not on view

DescriptionGlobular jar of blown greenish/yellow tinted glass. Short neck with a flaring rim with a turned edge. Slightly atilt and decorated on the body with an evenly spaced H-like blobs. Heavy partly crinkled thread at shoulder and an applied foot ring.

Label TextVASE Islamic 9th Century A.D. Blown glass with hot applications. Museum Treasure Chest Purchase 66.60.3