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.
Plaster cast of Canephora (Kanephoros)
This material is held atGlasgow School of Art Archives and Collections
- Reference
- GB 1694 PC/007
- Dates of Creation
- Mid 19th century-early 20th century
- Physical Description
- 1 item
Scope and Content
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.
Additional Information
Published