Long thin flask with narrow neck and rounded base, used in antiquity for holding oil, especially perfume or massage oils. Sticker with printed number "35" and pencil number "5" beneath. Trace of pencil annotation on surface.  

CONDITION NOTE (1998): Incomplete, rim broken , pitted, discoloured, surface dirt.

Compare shape with W. M. F. Petrie, 'Stone and Metal Vases' (London, 1937) no. 953.

Alabastron (Perfume Vase) | National Museums Liverpool

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Long thin flask with narrow neck and rounded base, used in antiquity for holding oil, especially perfume or massage oils. Sticker with printed number "35" and pencil number "5" beneath. Trace of pencil annotation on surface. CONDITION NOTE (1998): Incomplete, rim broken , pitted, discoloured, surface dirt. Compare shape with W. M. F. Petrie, 'Stone and Metal Vases' (London, 1937) no. 953.

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Alabastron (Perfume Vase)

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