Pair of black-glazed epichyses
With a high-arching handle, a plain moulded disc at the base of each side of the hemispherical beaked spout
Note
The epichysis is a specific form of the ancient Greek jug which, because of its narrow spout, was particularly suitable as a storage container for expensive oils and perfumes, for which precise dosage of liquids was essential.
Period
South Italy, classical period, 4th century B.C.
Dimension
H.
16 cm (6 19⁄64 in)
Swiss private collection, acquired in May 1977
