Cyprus Medieval Museum: Bottle (MM1115, No. 8 p. 6 1989/xi-14)
Start date
1200
End date
1399
Historical period
Late Byzantine Period
Description
Blue glass. Oblong cylindrical body, short cylindrical neck with concave rim, round base. The decoration is divided into three registers by a horizontal guilloche between two parallel lines. The upper register is decorated with scenes from a battle. Although very badly preserved two opposing warriors on horses can be observed. The central register is decorated with figures of males and females gathering flowers. The decoration on the lower register is very poorly preserved but consists of a lion among flowers. (1989/XI-14/8)
Provenance: Nicosia, Androkleous and Pindareos Street
Language
Physical type
Medium
Size
Height: 21.5 cm
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