Reconstruction of Ancient Greek Hive

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Hive was made by Mr Casson, of Prestwood, Bucks. Stoneware clay: Ball clay, fire clay, alluvial clay, feldspar & quartz, fired to earthenware temp. of 950c. Has been used. Three items: hive, extension ring & lid.

Category 1

  • Material
    Stoneware clay
  • Size
    L. 42.0cm Diam of lid. 29.0cm
  • Origin
    Greece
  • Period
    1975

Category 2

  • Reference Number
    ECT_05_0B75_036
  • Thematic Catalogue
    5: Hives – various
  • Keywords
    Hives, stone or clay

Category 3

  • Added To Collection
    1975
  • Donor
    Michael Casson
  • Curator
    Dr. E. Crane