Lekythos

MS434A

From: Cyprus (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: Mediterranean

Object Number MS434A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Attic
Provenience Cyprus (uncertain)
Manufacture Location Attica
Date Made 450-425 BCE
Section Mediterranean
Materials Ceramic
Technique Red Figure
Iconography Eros | Basket | Greek Inscription
Description

At left, Eros kneels on one knee, wings outstretched, extending hands upward touching a rectangular basket carried by a woman advancing from right. Diagonally across her is incised: A fillet hangs behind her on upper wall. Maeander and checkerboard border above. Handle missing, except points of attachment.

Height 15.2 cm
Outside Diameter 5.8 cm
Credit Line Gift of Francis C. Macauley, Esq., 1890
Other Number 5689 - Old Museum Number

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