Description
A Tazza refers to a little cup, consisting of a short stem topped by a wide receptacle. This piece comes from the Samarian region, created in the style of either Egyptian or Canaanite craftsmen. The small cup is only 6 cm in size, lending an intimacy to the object during religious ceremonies.
The cup’s body is pinched at its mouth as well as its base, which arcs downward and connects to the wide hourglass shaped stem.
REFERENCE #
KB_ST_9999
CIVILIZATION
Late Bronze Age, 1500 B.C.E. -1200 B.C.E.
SIZE
D. 6 cm
CONDITION
Part of the base is missing in antiquity
PRICE
Price available upon request
Frequently Asked Questions
A Tazza is a small cup characterized by a short stem topped with a wide receptacle. It was used in religious ceremonies and is notable for its intimate size, typically around 6 cm in diameter.
This particular Tazza originates from the Samarian region and was crafted in the style of either Egyptian or Canaanite artisans during the Late Bronze Age.
The Tazza dates back to the Late Bronze Age, specifically between 1500 B.C.E. and 1200 B.C.E., reflecting the artistic and cultural influences of that era.
The Tazza is 6 cm in diameter, with a body pinched at both the mouth and base. The base arcs downward and connects to a wide, hourglass-shaped stem, giving it a distinctive form.
The Tazza is mostly intact but has some damage; part of its base is missing due to antiquity wear and tear.
The price of the Tazza is not listed publicly and is available only upon request, likely due to its rarity and historical value.
