4th century B.C.
Greece
Object qualities
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Objecttomb decoration / urn: Loutrophoros, funerary
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumMarble
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SizeH. 29 1/2 in. (74.9 cm)
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Geography details
Greece -
Country today
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Date4th century B.C.
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CultureGreek, Attic
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PeriodClassical
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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This monumental grave marker has the form of a loutrophoros, a vessel used to carry water for the bridal bath and for funerary rites.
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