Askos (pottery vessel)

Askos (pottery vessel)

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Askos (Ancient Greek - tube; plural - askoi) is the name given in modern terminology to a type of ancient Greek pottery vessel used to pour small quantities of liquids such as oil. It is recognisable from its flat shape and a spout at one or both ends that could also be used as a handle. They were usually painted decoratively like vases and were mainly used for storing oil and refilling oil lamps.

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* [http://www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk/explore/highlights/highlight_objects/gr/b/black_glaze_pourer_askos_in.aspx An example]


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