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Title:Vessel in the Shape of a Fish
Date:4th–6th century
Culture:Roman or Byzantine
Medium:Copper alloy, cast
Dimensions:Overall (vessel only standing on tail): 8 13/16 x 2 13/16 x 1 5/8 in. (22.4 x 7.1 x 4.1 cm) with chain suspended: 11 13/16 x 2 13/16 x 1 5/8 in. (30 x 7.1 x 4.1 cm)
Classification:Metalwork-Copper alloy
Credit Line:Fletcher Fund, 1962
Object Number:62.10.4
[ John J. Klejman (American)New York (sold 1962)]
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