Bowl Item Number: Ce238 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Circular, black slipped, red clay bowl with u-shaped handle horizontally attached at rim level. The bowl has a small base which curves out to rim. The bowl is black in colour with a red rim. An "a" is scratched in the surface of exterior under the handle.
History Of Use
Used for food or drink. Normally painted black with a reserved base. Archaic form.
Cultural Context
utilitarian
Narrative
This collection was said to have been acquired by James George during his service in Greece (Athens) from 1945-48.
Item History
- Made in Greece between 701 BCE and 481 BCE
- Owned by James George before November 28, 1985
- Received from James George (Donor) on November 28, 1985
What
Who
- Culture
- Greek
- Previous Owner
- James George
- Received from
- James George (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Greece
When
- Creation Date
- between 701 BCE and 481 BCE
- Ownership Date
- before November 28, 1985
- Acquisition Date
- on November 28, 1985
Other
- Item Classes
- ceramics
- Condition
- good
- Current Location
- Case 96
- Accession Number
- 1066/0018