Terracotta jug in the form of Dionysos 1st century Greek or Roman Vases modeled into human or animal form were made throughout the Hellenistic period with head-shaped flasks and beakers being especially popular. This example is unusual because of its fine yellow glaze and the detailed features of the head, which represents the god Terracotta jug in the form of Dionysos 254484 Greek or Roman, Terracotta jug in the form of Dionysos, 1st century , Terracotta, h. 5 7/8 in. ( cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Fletcher Fund, 1942 ()

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