Miniature Flask
5th-6th century CE
Description
Miniature flask; pointed base, flattened body, thick lip. Intact, except for tip of base; exterior has been cleaned, iridescence on interior and dirt clump in body of vessel.
Dimensions
H. 3.2 x W. 1.8 x 1 cm (1 1/4 x 11/16 x 3/8 in.)
Provenance
Louise M. and George E. Bates, Camden, ME (by 1971-1992), gift; to the Harvard University Art Museums, 1992.
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