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1915

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Hydria

This is a Hydria. It is dated 4th century BC and we acquired it in 1915. Its medium is terra-cotta. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Charles W. Gould. It is credited Gift of Charles W. Gould.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 23.5 x 16.5 cm (9 1/4 x 6 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Hydria; terra-cotta; H x W: 23.5 x 16.5 cm (9 1/4 x 6 1/2 in.); Gift of Charles W. Gould; 1915-11-25

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