Having survived ages of time, this delicate dark
blue glass trefoil oinochoe radiates with its
brilliant colors and skillful artistry. The bright
yellow and light turquoise decoration on deep
blue seems to sparkle. The vessel is core-formed
in an ovoid shape, with a cylindrical neck and
flaring mouth. A single arched handle is attached
to the shoulder and neck. The ribbed body is
decorated in an opaque turquoise and yellow
trailing, combed into a zigzag pattern with
horizontal lines, above and below. The slim neck
is encircled with opaque yellow trailing, and the
rim is also edged with yellow. What kind of rare
or aromatic potion could this colorful oinochoe
have contained so long ago? In whose gentle
hands could it have been treasured? Only ancient
time and history hold answers to such questions.
But we do know that this delicate oinochoe was
treasured and cared for, and it is certain that its
beauty and history will be valued for times to
come.
- (GF.0334)
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