Asked by Brandon Provence on Apr 28, 2024

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What is a rhyton?

A) A back-to-back animal sculpture
B) An arch-shaped doorway
C) An eagle-headed winged lion
D) A conical pouring vessel

Rhyton

A drinking vessel.

Conical Pouring Vessel

A container with a conical shape designed for pouring liquids, often found in ancient or scientific contexts.

  • Understand the technological and cultural progress achieved by ancient Near Eastern societies.
  • Recognize the substances and methods employed in the art of the ancient Near East, along with their emblematic meanings.
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Adryana AldridgeMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A rhyton is a type of ancient drinking or pouring vessel, often made in a conical shape or in the form of an animal's head, used in ceremonies.