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Small chalk amphora (jar)

6th–3rd century BCE?
Not on view
With wide mouth and two loophandles.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title:
    Small chalk amphora (jar)
  • Period:
    Archaic or Classical ?
  • Date:
    6th–3rd century BCE?
  • Culture:
    Cypriot
  • Medium:
    Chalk
  • Dimensions:
    Overall: 5 3/8 x 3 3/4 in. (13.7 x 9.5 cm)
  • Classifications:
    Miscellaneous-Stone, Miscellaneous-Stone Vases
  • Credit Line:
    The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number:
    74.51.5161
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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