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Bottle

New Kingdom, late Dynasty 18 or 19, (about 1505–1202 BCE)
Glass, core-formed technique
8 × 5.5 cm (3.1 × 2.2 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

Most early glass vessels, such as this example, are small, sealable containers designed to hold aromatic oils, scented unguents (ointments), or valuable insence.

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