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Fragment from an Etruscan Plastic Vase

Fragment from an Etruscan Plastic Vase

early 6th century B.C.
Part of an aryballos in the form of a lion's head, of which three fragments are preserved, this fragment consists of part of the animal's head, perhaps another fragment of mouth, and a painted pattern of short hair.
Date
early 6th century B.C.
Culture
Etruscan?
Dimensions
W: 6.60 cm
Museum
J. Paul Getty Museum
Accession Number
76.AE.98.1.c
Image Source
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