Wide-Mouthed Jar with Low Ring Foot and Stylized Floral Decor
8th-9th century
Dimensions
H. 16.3 x Diam. 17.3 cm (6 7/16 x 6 13/16 in.)
Provenance
Philip Hofer (1988-1984), Cambridge, MA (by 1984), gift; to Harvard University Art Museums, 1984.
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