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Object Number 2004.24.17420
Display Title Greek Temple of Poseidon, 5th century B.C.
Descriptions
Object Description Greek Temple of Poseidon, 5th century B.C. Italy: Paestum. 3.5 x 5. Taken by F.P. Orchard July 1944. From: "Italia Antica Dalla Caverna Prehistorica Al Palazzo Imperiale," 2a Edizione, fig. 116.
Subject
  • Temple
  • Gree
  • Architecture
  • Structure
Department Photographic
Date July 1944
Artist Frederick P. Orchard
Culture
  • Classical
  • Greek
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Europe / Italy / Basilicata / <County> / <City> / Paestum
Intrasite Greek temple of Poseidon
Dimensions Overall: 8.89 x 12.7 cm (3 1/2 x 5 in.)

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