Description
The flaring rims of these alabastra functioned as applicators to spread the thick, scented oil over the skin. The vessels themselves fit comfortably in the user's hand.
Provenance
Theodore W. and Frances S. Robinson, Chicago, by 1931; given to the Art Institute of Chicago, 1941.
Accession Number
43347
Medium
Glass, core-formed technique
Dimensions
11 × 3.9 × 3.2 cm (4 3/8 × 1 1/2 × 1 1/4 in.)
Classification
container
Credit Line
Gift of Theodore W. and Frances S. Robinson
