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Greek, South Italian, Campanian, Calenian
Four quadrigae (four-horse chariots)
Such Calenian phialai have counterparts in metal. Two examples are exhibited in Gallery J5 on the main floor.
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Title: Terracotta phiale (libation bowl)
Period: Hellenistic
Date: 3rd–2nd century BCE
Culture: Greek, South Italian, Campanian, Calenian
Medium: Terracotta; black-glaze
Dimensions:
Diam.: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm)
H.: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
Classification: Vases
Credit Line: Museum Accession
Object Number: X.248.17
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