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Artist/Maker Unknown Phormiskos (litt. “little basket”, pouch-shaped vessel): imitation of a bag for the astragalus game, with a simulated opening showing four game pieces. Terracotta, Hellenistic era, Theban work. Found in Thebes. Dimensions H. 14 cm (5 ½ in.) Credit line Purchase, 1898 Accession number CA 943 Department of Greek, Etruscan and Roman Antiquities, Denon, Sully, first floor, room 37 Photographer/Source Jastrow (2006)
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