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Amphora

Terracotta amphora with one handle and a spout.

Object ID 646
Type Gifts
Country Italy
Material Terracotta
Location first floor landing
Place Palazzo Coppini, Firenze

Notes

This vessel was discovered during the restoration of Palazzo Coppini in 2013. It was used to fill in the arch above the 2nd floor bathroom. The amphora dates from the 16th century and already had a hole on the back where the terracotta was so thin that it created the lacuna.

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