Alabasteron Ancient Greek Pottery - Paul Getty Museum
Arts and Crafts
ancient Greek
Ceramic products
Ancient Greek pottery
3D model of pottery
Attica region
Alabasteron
Paul Getty Museum
“ἄλαβαστρον”
490 to 470 BC
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Coin
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It is a type of ancient Greek pottery, named after the Greek word "ἄλαβ στρον", referring to an elongated container with a rounded bottom and a lid at the mouth. The name and shape may originate from Egypt and have the same name as the stone used to make this container. It is usually used to store oils, especially perfume used by women after bathing. This specific Alabasteron was produced in the Attica region and can be traced back to 490 to 470 BC. The scene depicted on the container is a person holding a bow and arrow and an axe, with palm trees in the background. Currently housed in the Paul Getty Museum. It is an important cultural relic for studying the daily life and artistic style of ancient Greece.
