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Miniature water jar (hydria)
Greek
Early Hellenistic Period
Late 4th century B.C.
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Height: 11.6 cm (4 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Frederick Brown Fund
Accession Number53.2551
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionMiniature water jar (hydria) with applied decoration. On the front is a Nike flying with oinochoe and phiale. On the back, under the handle, is the head of the Medusa with wings sprouting at the top of her head, limp snakes at the back of her head, and large earrings.
ProvenanceBy 1953: with Hugo Weissmann, 96 Charles Street, Boston, Mass.; purchased by MFA from Hugo Weissmann, December 10, 1953, for
$ 1,000.00
$ 1,000.00