Alabastron with Opposed Sphinxes

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Alabastron with Opposed Sphinxes
Alabastron with Opposed Sphinxes
Alabastron with Opposed Sphinxes

Alabastron with Opposed Sphinxes

DateArchaic period, ca. 580-560 B.C.E.
GeographyBoeotia, Greece, Europe
MediumTerracotta
Dimensionsoverall: 7 3/4 in. x 3 5/8 in. (19.7 cm x 9.2 cm)
ClassificationDECORATIVE ARTS
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1974.17
Status
Not on view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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