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Tritons and Nereid

 Item — Container: SpC.1000.001 Box 11
Identifier: SpC.1000.001.541

Dates

  • Majority of material found in New Kingdom-Roman Period
  • Majority of material found in Edo Period (1615-1868)
  • Majority of material found in 1880-1890

Conditions Governing Access

Box28, Grant Applications Folder has restricted contents. All other content is unrestricted.

Extent

From the Collection: 31.44 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Physical Description

21"x9"x17" hollow terracotta sculpture depicting two men with tails laughing together while a woman is seated idly by. Nereid is missing her right arm. The piece is severely discolored and shows many signs of physical breakage.

Preservation Note: evidence of moderate-severe excessive dirt/dust, breaking/cracking/flaking, chemical deterioration, and adhesives.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the McDaniel College Repository

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