Plaster cast of Canephora (Kanephoros)
- Reference:GB 1694 PC/007
- Dates of Creation:Mid 19th century-early 20th century
- Physical Description:1 item
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This item was lost in the fire in The Mackintosh Building at The Glasgow School of Art on 15th June 2018.
Original: Canephora was an honorific office given to unmarried young women in ancient Greece which involved the privilege of leading the procession to sacrifice at festivals.Translated as: "Basket Bearer". Original currently in the collection of the British Museum, London, UK.Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Dimensions: 2280 x 670 x 530 mm (Plinth: 660 x 693 x 690 mm)
Custodial History
Photographed in GSA in 1915.
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