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NM Ant 0571 :: unguentarium

Object description: Fusiform shape with tall, slender body. Low, concave stem. Flat, flaring base. Fairly tall, cylindrical neck. Projecting rim with thick, bevelled lip. Rough surface with irregularities. Shallow, horizontal grooves down body. Semi-fine, very pale brown fabric with sparse, fine mica.

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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