Saxon & Medieval — Medieval; mid 13th-mid 14th century?
Aquamanile
This is a spout in the shape of a ram's head from a water jug called an aquamanile. It was used during meals to pour water over diners' hands between courses. The water would have come out of the ram's nostrils. It is possibly made from Kingston-type ware and has a pale greenish-yellow glaze.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- A1498
- Object name:
- aquamanile
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- Medieval; mid 13th-mid 14th century?
- Material:
ceramic, earthenware
- Measurements/duration:
- H 95 mm, W 133 mm, L 123 mm
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- Record quality:
- 80%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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