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Rim type - Collar The rim is noticeably thickened in the form of a collar around the neck of the amphora. | |
Shoulder type - Rounded The shoulder is noticeably present, usually supporting the handles, but there is no ridge. | |
Handles in profile - Arched The handles form high arches, without coming to a point. | |
Handles in section - Bifid This is a distinctive feature of the Dressel 2-4 type. The handle is formed from two rods, appearing as a figure-8 in section. | |
Neck type - Hourglass The neck takes the form of an hourglass, narrowing at its mid-point. | |
Body type - Piriform The body is pear-shaped: it is wider towards the bottom of the amphora. | |
Base type - Rounded basal point The base extends into a small, pronounced point - not as long as a spike. | |
Capacity (average) Unsure | |
Height 0.00cm | Width 0.00cm |
Rim diameter 0.00cm | |
Fabric Crétoise 2 fabric |