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Sarcophagus: GR.45.1850

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Current Location: Gallery 6 (Upper Marlay): Italian Art 14th-16th centuries

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Description

Sarcophagus, decorated with relief scenes of the life of Achilles

Measurements and weight

Height: 0.565 m

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1850) by Disney, John, Dr

Dating

Middle Roman
101 CE - 200 CE

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