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Terracotta askos in the form of a weasel

Terracotta askos in the form of a weasel. Culture: Greek, South Italian, Campanian. Dimensions: H. 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm). Date: 4th century B.C..
With keen observation, utmost economy, and masterful sensitivity, the Campanian artists have rendered a weasel and a boar as they sit in charmed submission.
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Title:
Terracotta askos in the form of a weasel
Caption:
Terracotta askos in the form of a weasel. Culture: Greek, South Italian, Campanian. Dimensions: H. 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm). Date: 4th century B.C.. With keen observation, utmost economy, and masterful sensitivity, the Campanian artists have rendered a weasel and a boar as they sit in charmed submission.
Technique/material:
Terracotta; black-glaze
Period:
LATE CLASSICAL
Museum:
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Credit:
Album / Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY
Releases:
Model: No - Property: No
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Image size:
2458 x 2458 px | 17.3 MB
Print size:
20.8 x 20.8 cm | 8.2 x 8.2 in (300 dpi)