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Pitcher (lagynos)
Greek
Hellenistic Period
3rd century B.C.
Medium/Technique
Ceramic, white-ground
Dimensions
18.6 cm (7 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Henry Lillie Pierce Fund
Accession Number98.889
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionCreamy ground. Palmettes, wreaths and spears. Somewhat restored
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Edward Perry Warren (according to his records: Bought in Athens: said to be from Thebes); 1898: purchased by MFA from Edward Perry Warren for $ 69,618.13 (this figure is the total price for MFA 98.641-98.940)