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Islamic Glass Vessel - GF.0138, Origin: Israel, Circa: 600 AD to 900 AD, Dimensions: 4" (10.2cm) high x 2.25" , 5.7cm) wide, Collection: Near Eastern, Style: Islamic, Medium: Glass, This most unusual vessel is shaped like a spindle laden with wool. In the art of the classical world, we see Roman and Greek matrons bending over their spinning: in antiquity, the spindle was part of every well-bred woman's household equipment. Surely then, this charming object belonged among the treasures of a woman who lived long ago. This may be the only surviving clue to her existence, yet somehow in its presence we feel we know her very well.
Antiquities
Ancient Near East
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