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Fake terracotta sarcophagus with a married couple reclining on the lid. On the left-hand short side is represented the departure of two warriors; on the front is represented the combat of warriors and the death of one of them; on the right-hand short side is represented a scene of women mourning for the dead warrior; and on the back is represented a sepulchral banquet.The sarcophagus rests on four angular pedestals, one under each corner, in the form of Sirens.Fragments removed from the terracotta sarcophagus are also registered under this number: sawdust, fibrous material and clay.
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