Albarello
Paris [75] Musée du Louvre
This small earthenware albarello is characterized by its cylindrical shape and elegant curves. It was probably used as an ointment jar. Earthenware (white)
Where to find it
Paris [75] Musée du Louvre
99, rue de Rivoli Palais du Louvre 75001 Paris
Commune of discovery
Paris 1
Locality Louvre, Cour Napoléon
Type of intervention
Excavation
Year of excavation
1984 – 1986
Chief Scientist
Yves de Kisch, Pierre-Jean Trombetta
Inventory number
CN 7595
Scope
Daily life ➔ Care
Materials
Terracotta ➔ Ceramic
Chronological period
Modern period [1492 / 1789]
Dating the object
1600 – 1700
Dimensions
H. 4.8 cm, d. 4.4 cm,
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