Small, Wide-Mouthed Jar with Low Ring Foot, Curling Handle, and Abstract Decor
late 7th-8th century
Dimensions
H. 11.4 x Diam. 13 cm (4 1/2 x 5 1/8 in.)
Provenance
Gregory (1922-1988) and Maria C. Henderson (1923-2007), Medford, MA (by 1969-1988), inherited; by Maria C. Henderson, Medford, MA (1988-2000), sold; to Harvard University Art Museums, 2000.
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