NM Ant 0561
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unguentarium

- Object description
- Slender, ovoid body with very sloping shoulder. Flat, raised base. Tall, narrow neck. Flaring mouth with short, rounded rim. Carelessly applied paint on neck. Blotches of paint on body. Rough surface with irregularities. Semi-fine, very pale brown fabric. Red paint.
- Object description
- An unguentarium (pl. unguentaria) is a small container, typically made of clay or glass, for oil and perfumes. They are mostly associated with Hellenistic and Roman contexts, especially as grave goods.
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