Shape
Pyxis
πυξίς
1977 vases
A lidded cylindrical box used for cosmetics, jewellery, or trinkets. Often decorated with women's domestic scenes, reflecting its association with the female sphere.
Function & Use
Container for cosmetics and jewellery
1977 examples
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BOEOTIAN by UNKNOWN
· -600 to -550
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-475 to -425
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-450 to -400
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POLOS P
· -600 to -550
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WG
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WG
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cratère ; pyxis
atelier de l'amphore d'Athènes 894
· Epoque / période : géométrique récent II Date de création/fabrication : 4e quart VIIIe s. av. J.-C.
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pyxis
Epoque / période : archaïque ; corinthien récent III Date de création/fabrication : 2e quart Ve s. a
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HAIMON GROUP by TUNA-NÖRLING
· -500 to -450
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RF
-425 to -375
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OXFORD LID, GROUP OF THE
· -575 to -525
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CHC GROUP by BEAZLEY
· -525 to -475
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CHC GROUP by BEAZLEY
· -525 to -475
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CHC GROUP by BEAZLEY
· -525 to -475
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pyxis
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RF
-425 to -375
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RF
-450 to -400
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FLORENCE 4217, P OF
· -450 to -400
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FLORENCE 4217, P OF
· -450 to -400
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DROUOT P
· -450 to -400
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DROUOT P
· -450 to -400
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DROUOT P
· -450 to -400
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DROUOT P
· -450 to -400
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DROUOT P
· -450 to -400
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