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Greek, South Italian, Apulian, Gnathian
In relief, spout in the form of a lion's head; head of Dionysos under handle attachment at the back
Below spout, theatrical mask of a woman
The main view of the vase seems to be from the front, given the concentration of color though not of decoration.
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Title: Terracotta situla (bucket)
Period: Late Classical
Date: ca. 350–300 BCE
Culture: Greek, South Italian, Apulian, Gnathian
Medium: Terracotta; applied color
Dimensions: H. 5 11/16 in. (14.5 cm)
Classification: Vases
Credit Line: Purchase, The Abraham Foundation Inc. Gift, 1979
Object Number: 1979.11.6
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