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1915

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Askos

This is a askos. 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: 12.9 x 14.5 cm (5 1/16 x 5 11/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Askos; terra-cotta; H x W: 12.9 x 14.5 cm (5 1/16 x 5 11/16 in.); Gift of Charles W. Gould; 1915-11-8

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