Figure, Priapus Holding Basket of Fruit

1900.11.0021

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Artifact Identification Figure, Priapus Holding Basket of Fruit   (1900.11.0021)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Ceremonial Artifacts
  4. :
  5. Religious Objects
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date Hellenistic, 2nd – 1st century BCE
Culture Greek

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 9.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 4.1 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 2.7 cm
Weight 36 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Ceramic--Terracotta
Manufacturing Processes Carved, Firing
Munsell Color Information Light Yellowish Brown (10YR 7/4) -ns

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography N/A

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Classical Museum Purchase
Reproduction No
Reproduction Information N/A

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