Terracotta jug with lid
Unknown Artist
ca. 575–550 BCE
Medium
Terracotta
Dimensions
H. with cover 11 7/16 in. (29.1 cm); H. without cover 9 13/16 in. (24.9 cm)
Classification
Vases
Culture & Period
Etruscan · Archaic
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Purchase, 1896
Accession Number
96.9.80a, b
Tags
Art Historical Context
This elegant terracotta jug with lid, crafted by an unknown Etruscan artist around 575–550 BCE, the Archaic period's vibrant pottery tradition in ancient Italy. Standing 11 7/16 inches (29.1 cm) tall with cover, this functional vase was likely used for storing or pouring liquids like wine or oil in a prosperous household. Acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art through purchase in 1896 it now resides in the Greek and Roman Department, showcasing Etruscan ingenuity before Rome's dominance. Etruscan artisans excelled in terracotta—a fired clay medium valued for its durability and versatility...