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Lid of Cosmetic Box in the Form of a Papyrus Capital
Description
<p>A lid for a pyxis, or box, is decorated with two smooth lotus petals that end in tight spirals, like those on as Ionic column, and a central papyrus plant. The lower half of the pyxis (missing) would have contained compartments for cosmetics. To open, the lid turned on a swivel pin of wood or ivory.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/48.476' rel='external'>Lid of Cosmetic Box in the Form of a Papyrus Capital</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
Cross-references (2)
- Walters-AccNum 48.476 tier-2
- Walters-id 11292 tier-2
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