Sculpture18th-19th century
Cylindrical container depicting the Battle of Greeks and Amazons in a Classical style
late 18th-19th century
Description
Container carved with a disc shaped base vigorously represented frieze of Greeks fighting Amazons. Some of the Amazons are mounted.
Dimensions
11.5 x 5.8 cm (4 1/2 x 2 5/16 in.)
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