Painted Jug (Late Roman)

The Painted Jug is a vessel used on the Marmara coasts in the Late Roman period to carry everyday water and wine. Its body is decorated with brown bands and plant motifs

Object details

• Inventory no.: OKM-2014-0112
• Period / date: Roman - Byzantine – MS 4. yüzyıl
• Material: Ceramic
• Place: Bursa civarı (Mudanya)
• Dimensions: Yükseklik 38 cm
• Gallery: Gallery 1 – Clay and Fire

The story of the object

Because the jug was found in a burial chamber, its mouth and handle show almost no wear. The painted surface is applied not as a glaze but by the slip technique, a distinctive feature of local workshops of the period. In 2019 our conservators analysed the residue inside the vessel and confirmed it carried wine.

Acquisition and display status

From collector Ömür Hanımoğlu's core collection. The work is currently on display. An audio-guide commentary is available; you can pick up an audio guide at the desk.

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