Donkey Carrying Jar
early 4th century BCE
Description
Standing with four legs spread apart. Long face and ears. Large round jar placed on back. Lump of clay between raised tail and jar. Very lively representation. Traces of red pigment and remains of white slip.
Dimensions
8.8 x 9.9 cm (3 7/16 x 3 7/8 in.)
Provenance
Joseph C. Hoppin, bequest; to Fogg Art Museum, 1925.
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