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Reproduction of "The Chieftain Cup"

1914.01.0004

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Artifact Identification Reproduction of "The Chieftain Cup"   (1914.01.0004)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Materials T&E
    2. :
  2. Food Service T&E
    3. :
  3. Drinking Vessels
Artist/Maker Emile Gillieron & Fils, Athens.
Geographic Location
Period/Date Late Minoan, 1500 – 1450 BCE
Culture Minoan

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 11.7 cm
Dimension 2 (Diameter) 9.7 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 523 g
Measuring Remarks 3rd dimension waived per discussion with Jennifer White. C. Vitez, 12/1/2008.
Materials Metal
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda

L: p. 54
Bibliography

Higgins, R. (1967) Minoan and Art. Praeger, New York pg. 153-155.

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Classical Museum Purchase
Reproduction yes
Reproduction Information Original of gilded serpentine. Illustration: Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik. Mykenischer und Kretischer (Minoischer) Altertumer. No.110, plate 8-9.

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