Jug
1st-3rd century CE
Description
Narrow-necked, bulbous jug in blue-green glass on a base ring; ribbed handle attached to upper neck and shoulder; slight iridescence on body. Classification: Isings form 13
Dimensions
H. 13 x Rim diam. 4 x W. 11.5 cm (5 1/8 x 1 9/16 x 4 1/2 in.)
Provenance
Dr. Harris Kennedy, Milton, MA (by 1932), gift; to the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum, 1932.
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