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Attic Red-Figure Kalpis Fragment

Red-figure 5th century B.C.

Portions of the arms of a male figure, perhaps a warrior. The left arm is extended, holding the shaft of a spear. The right is bent at the elbow. The shaft of a second spear runs up from below and disappears behind his arms.

Technique

Red-figure

Date

5th century B.C.

Culture

Greek (Attic)

Dimensions

H: 5.20 cm W: 3.40 cm

Museum

J. Paul Getty Museum

Accession Number

85.AE.502.4

Image Source

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