A Greek Blackware Salt Dish, ca. 4th century BCE Vessels the women row on

the women row on

both as personal adornment and as a ritual or amuletic item

Pendant length: 2 inches (5

Jade was the preeminent material in ancient Mesoamerica

an intentional aesthetic in ancient Mesopotamian metalwork

A Greek Blackware Salt Dish, ca. 4th century BCE Vessels the women row onA small clay dish, covered in black glaze, features a deep, round body and stands on a short foot, which remains uncovered by the glaze. Although the original purpose of these small, charming dishes is unknown, they were dubbed 'salt' dishes in the 18th century due to their resemblance to examples at that time. Medium: Clay Dimensions: Height: 1 7 8 inches (4. 6 cm), Diameter: 3 3 4 inches (9. 5 cm) Condition: A small crack to the center of the foot,