Cover of a Pyxis: Heads of two women

Maker Greek

DateHellenistic period, 4th-3rd century B.C.E.

GeographyItaly, Europe

MediumTerracotta

Dimensionsoverall: 1 15/16 in. x (diameter) 3 9/16 in. (4.9 cm x 9 cm)

ClassificationDECORATIVE ARTS

Credit LineBequest of Elizabeth Longaker (Class of 1911)

Object number1954.1.b

Status

On view

RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws

Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA

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