Created | Updated Mar 8, 2025
Answer: This aquamanile was used to hold water for hand-washing. According to the museum, it was 'filled through an opening in the tail, now missing its hinged cover. Water was poured out through the spout formed by the hooded or cowled figure held between the dragon's teeth.'
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Courtesy of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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