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Painted Sarcophagus

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Date: 4th century A.D.
Medium: Wood covered with painted linen
Culture: Romano-Egyptian
Department: Paintings
Institution: Getty Museum

The sarcophagus is preserved in four panels. The longest (from one of the long sides) represents the deceased reclining with two attendants serving his food. The remaining three panels are covered with ornamental panels. The bottom and one short side are missing.

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