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Identification and Creation

Object Number
1998.15.11
Title
Pigeon
Classification
Sculpture
Work Type
statuette, sculpture
Date
5th century BCE
Places
Creation Place: Ancient & Byzantine World, Europe, Boeotia
Period
Classical period
Culture
Greek
Persistent Link
https://hvrd.art/o/212053

Physical Descriptions

Medium
Terracotta
Dimensions
5.72 x 7.62 cm (2 1/4 x 3 in.)

Provenance

Recorded Ownership History
From the collection of William A. Koshland

Acquisition and Rights

Credit Line
Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of William A. Koshland
Accession Year
1998
Object Number
1998.15.11
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Contact
am_asianmediterranean@harvard.edu
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Descriptions

Description
Pigeon with two stumps indicating front legs. There is a small, round depression at bottom of figure, between the legs. Beak and eyes indicated.

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Verification Level

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