Fragmentary marble inscription

2nd half of 4th century BCE

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 171

The inscription is part of an Athenian decree that was set up in public for people to read. Such inscriptions played an important role in the operation of the democratic process in Athens.

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Title: Fragmentary marble inscription
Period: Late Classical or Early Hellenistic
Date: 2nd half of 4th century BCE
Culture: Greek, Attic
Medium: Marble
Dimensions: H.,6 1/8", W.,4 1/4", D.,1 1/4"
Classification: Stone Sculpture
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1926
Object Number: 26.60.4
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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