Pilgrim's Ampulla with the Ascension (back)

Cleveland Museum of Art

The object in the image is a small, circular vessel with a short neck and a narrow opening. The vessel appears to be made of metal, likely bronze or copper, and has a dark brown patina. The body of the vessel is rounded and has a flat bottom. The surface of the vessel features an embossed design depicting a scene. At the center of the design is a figure standing on a pedestal or platform; the figure is surrounded by a circle with writing. The writing and figure are difficult to make out due to the weathered state of the vessel. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from black at the top to gray at the bottom. The vessel casts a shadow on the surface below it.