Reproduction of a Gold Vapheio Cup
19th-20th century
Artists
Description
Reproduction of a gold Vapheio cup with repoussé decoration showing a wild bull hunt in action. The original was found in a tholos tomb in Vapheio, Laconia.
Dimensions
8.8 x 10.5 cm (3 7/16 x 4 1/8 in.)
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