Walters Art Museum (Egyptian) · vessel
Vase with Relief Decoration
Description
<p>Faience vessels with decorations in raised relief are typical of the early Roman Period in Egypt. Some have only vegetal patterns; others combine floral and geometric patterns with representations of animals. This vase may belong to a group which came from Memphis. The neck of the vase displays animals and fantastical creatures, the shoulder has a geometric pattern, and the lower portion of the body has a second frieze with lions, dogs and cats. The section above the foot has a vegetal pattern.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/48.1621' rel='external'>Vase with Relief Decoration</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
Cross-references (2)
- Walters-AccNum 48.1621 tier-2
- Walters-id 35097 tier-2
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