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Vertical handle
Greco-Roman
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Height: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Edward Perry Warren
Accession Number13.111
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsVessels
Catalogue Raisonné
Greek, Etruscan, & Roman Bronzes (MFA), no. 462.
DescriptionA young Hermaphrodite or Priapos, in girt chiton, ithyphallic, stands holding fruits in the fold of his garment. His booted feet are placed together on a cluster of leaves which forms the base of the handle. Crusty green patina.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Edward Perry Warren; gift of Edward Perry Warren to MFA, January 2, 1913