{"product_id":"ancient-greek-corinthian-pottery-alabastron-perfume-vessel","title":"Ancient Greek Corinthian Pottery Alabastron Perfume Vessel","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAuthentic ancient Greek alabastron dating to the Archaic Period (circa 700–500 BC), attributed to Corinthian workshops. This elegant vessel was used to hold perfumed oils and cosmetic ointments, a luxury item in ancient Greek daily life, athletics, and funerary ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe piece features the classic pear-shaped body, narrow neck, and flared disk rim associated with Corinthian alabastra. The body is decorated with rows of hand-painted black dot rosettes, a characteristic ornamental motif used by Corinthian potters. Traces of linear banding remain visible near the shoulder and lower body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA small perforation near the upper neck indicates it was once suspended with a cord, allowing it to be carried or worn — a typical feature of ancient perfume vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe surface shows natural burial encrustation, mineral deposits, pigment loss, and ancient wear consistent with genuine archaeological ceramics of this age. There are no modern repairs or restorations observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is a fine example of early Greek cosmetic pottery and a strong addition to any classical antiquities collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCulture: Ancient Greek\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAttribution: Corinthian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDate: ca. 700–500 BC (Archaic Period)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eObject Type: Alabastron (perfume \/ oil vessel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaterial: Terracotta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeight: 4 7\/8 inches (12.4 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCondition: Ancient with expected surface wear, pigment loss, and burial patina; structurally intact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProvenance: Ex. Los Angeles Estate auction, Ex. Private CA. estate, acquired from a Beverly Hills, CA. Gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52437086306601,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/s-l1600-2026-01-13T120807.308.png?v=1768324159","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/ancient-greek-corinthian-pottery-alabastron-perfume-vessel","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}