This vessel is a large pinch pot, but the potter misjudged its proportions. The base is very heavy and the upper walls are too thin, which is why the rim is ragged.
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Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
Downing Street
Cambridge
CB2 3DZ
Opening times:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday: 12.00pm - 4:30pm
Admission free
Featured object
University of Cambridge Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology (Acc. #: 1948.351)
