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Andirons, spits and tongs. Circle grave of Cerrecchio. 7th century B.C
Andirons, spits and tongs. Circle grave of Cerrecchio. 7th century B.C
Object Number 2004.24.17414
Display Title Andirons, spits and tongs. Circle grave of Cerrecchio. 7th century B.C
Descriptions
Object Description Andirona, spits and tongs. Circle grave of Cerrecchio. 7th century B.C. Italy: Vetulonia. 3.5 x 5. Taken by: F.P. Orchard July 1944. From: "La Civilisation Primitive en Italie depuis, ' Introduction des Metaux,' illustree et decrite par oscar Montelius, deuxieme partie, planche I. plate 179, fig. 11.
Subject
  • Tong
  • Spit
  • Andiron
  • Metal
Department Photographic
Date July 1944
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Italy / Tuscany / Grossetto
Intrasite Grave
Additional Geographic Terms Vetulonia, near
Materials Negative, nitrate
Dimensions Overall: 8.89 x 12.7 cm (3 1/2 x 5 in.)

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