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Accession_Number 2007.10.2.308
Shape Gem cast
Shape_description Oval
Material Plaster
Fabric
Fabric_description
Munsell_color
Decoration A large ox or bull is represented to the left and centre of the scene taking up most of the space within the cast. The beast's head is turned as if it is looking towards the viewer. To the right a figure (probably male) is seated beneath a tree holding a staff. At the figure's feet there appears to be a second (much smaller) creature.
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Condition Intact
Technique/Style
Provenance
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Date
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Front view of a gem cast showing a large ox or bull is represented to the left and centre of the scene taking up most of the space within the cast. To the right a figure (probably male) is seated...
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Beazley_DB
Height
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Handle_height
Other_dims. L. 2.5; W. 1.8
Location 10.2
Edited_by Matt
Date_edited 05.11.08
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