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Yale University Art Gallery
the elegant form and rhythmic ornamentation remain clearly visible
flattened shoulder
filling a global demand gap created by the Ming dynasty’s export ban (1371–1509)
incorporating motifs of plants
Late Hellenistic Period Terracotta Unguentaria pottery Yale University Art GalleryLate Hellenistic period, c. 150 50BC, Salamis, Cyprus. This exquisite small terracotta unguentarium, spindle shaped and elegant in form, is a fine example of Hellenistic craftsmanship. Unguentaria, also known as balsamaria or lacrimaria, were versatile vessels typically used to store oils, perfumes, and other liquid or powdered substances. Their frequent inclusion in grave goods suggests a ritualistic or symbolic role, though their precise function in