five-handle jug

MN-2351
Object type jug
Fabric Islamic glazed pottery
Culture/period Andalusian culture
Materials pottery
Technique wheel-thrown
Mint
Production date 1050 / 1105
Current location Reserves
Archaeological site Pla d'Almatà
Township Balaguer (Europa, Espanya, Catalunya, Lleida, Noguera)
Dimensions 165 x 210 x 100 mm
Description
Jug fired in an oxidising atmosphere, with a reddish fabric and fine inclusions. It is globular, with an outer moulding on the crest and flat base. The rim has a flat inwards lip, with a groove inside. It has five oval cross-section handles from the rim to the belly, under the moulding. The inner surface is glazed in green or honey and trickles of glaze are visible on the outside.
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Omeka ID 390