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CollectionABDUA University of Aberdeen, Human Culture Collection
Object NamePrint (Priestesses of Bacchus)
Picture
Object NumberABDUA:31069
Other NumberA662+1
Other Number TypeOld number
Brief DescriptionThree prints in one frame of the Bacchantes Priestesses of Bacchus. Each picture is of a maiden in a pastel dress against a black background. (Left to Right) Wearing a pink and turquoise dress, peach dress with a basket on her head, turquiose dress carrying a tray with figs and a wine flagon.
Content DescriptionBacchantes
DimensionsH: 510 mm W: 165 mm Th: 15 mm | 3 images each H: 122 mm W: 90 mm
MaterialsPaper, ink, pigment
CompletenessComplete
Associated Object NumberABDUA:31070
TechniquePrinting
Object Production Date1850-1950
Association Type PlaceSubject
Inscription ContentBacchantes. Priestesses of Bacchus copied from Frescoes on the walls of houses in Pompeii. Destroyed 23rd, Augt A.D. 79'. Label on reverse reads 'Frank H. Sidley. Printseller & frame maker, 94 and 96 Lark Lane, Sefton Park, Liverpool. Telephone 0593 Lark Lane'.
Aquisition SourceMorrice, Mrs Gordon
Aquisition Date05/10/1948
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