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Jug

6th century
Glass, mold-blown technique
7.9 × 6.8 cm (3.1 × 2.7 in)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

Glass vessels were one of the many kinds of objects that were made for pilgrims of different faiths who visited Jerusalem. This jug was probably used to store blessed oil or water.

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