Pontifical Gregorian University · Biblical Institute

Teleilat Ghassul collection

Jars of various sizes

Along the far wall of the Museum, right below the large reproduction of the Ghassul star painting, the two large showcases (G6 and G7) offer a selection of the different types of vessels from the site of Ghassul.

The showcase on the left offers examples of the various types and sizes of jars. The grid allows you to identify the material by shelf and position.

Contents of the showcase

  • Shelf 1: A. Large storage jar · B. Large storage jar with lid · C. Large storage jar with unusual handles and out-turned neck
  • Shelf 2: A. Small jars · B. Small jars · C. Small to medium painted and grass-wiped jars
  • Shelf 3: A. Small to medium jars, eyelet handles · B. Small to medium jars, eyelet-handled · C. Small to medium jars and large cups
  • Shelf 4: A. Large jars · B. Large jars, loop handles · C. Large jars, eyelet handles
Accession
G6
Period
Chalcolithic
Material
Pottery
Findspot
Teleilat Ghassul (Jordan Valley, north of the Dead Sea)
Teleilat Ghassul excavations
1929–38, 1959–60
On display
Main hall, far wall, on the left