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Two small doves stand face to face, their beaks touching. There is black and red paint on their wings.
Two small doves stand face to face, their beaks touching. There is black and red paint on their wings.
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Title: Limestone group of two doves
Period: Classical ?
Date: 480–310 BCE
Culture: Cypriot
Medium: Limestone
Dimensions: H. 4 x 5 2/4 x 1 3/4 in. (10.2 x 14.0 x 4.4 cm)
Classification: Stone Sculpture
Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Object Number: 74.51.2665
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