Description:
Lentoid vessel with narrow neck and flaring rim. Floral garland decoration on shoulder, and two small baboons at base of neck. Patches of white core material show in places. Called a "New Year's flask" because examples of this type often have an inscription with wishes for a beautiful New Year.

Tags:
ancient; archaeology; animals; vessels; containers; drinking; pottery

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