vase in the form of a phallus is an ancient greek terracotta vase in the form of a flaccid, uncircumcised, penis. the scrotum and pubic hair are depicted. its overall measurements are 4 ½ 4 3 ½ (11.4 10.2 8.9 ). it dates back to the archaic period, about 550 bc to 500 bc. phallic vases are rare in archaic greek pottery, and this vase is thought to have held a perfumed oil, used for erotic or medicinal purposes. it is also believed to have been made in rhodes. the museum writes that the vase displays a playfulness typical of greek art.