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alabastron
Object Type
alabastron
Museum number
1852,0112.6
Description
Narrow moulded pottery alabastron in form of kore with bird held to chest; rim damaged.
Cultures/periods
Rhodian
Production date
6thC BC(early)
Production place
Made in:
Rhodes
Materials
terracotta
Technique
mould-made
Dimensions
Height:
26 centimetres
Bibliographic references
Terracotta / Catalogue of Terracottas in the British Museum
(48)
Location
Not on display
Subjects
bird
Acquisition name
Purchased from:
Dr Emil Braun
Acquisition date
1852
Department
Greek and Roman
Registration number
1852,0112.6