Remarks: Convex tongue shell/torus (W 1.2)/flat encircling band (W 1.1) ending in volute with large rounded eye/2 strands of beaded hair ending in fringe & edges of flame-like beard. Campanian type probably of Campanian clay. Crisp mould. Small. Plaque flat & smooth (Th 3). Cover tile painted light brown
Bibliography: Christiansen & Winter 2010, p. 72, no. 28
Publication record: Etruria I. Architectural terracottas and painted wall plaques, pinakes c. 625-200 BC.Catalogue, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Author: Christiansen, J. & N.A. Winter. Place of publication: Copenhagen. Publication Date: 2010 The Caprifico roof in its wider context. Author: Winter, N.A.. Journal and volume number: Il tempio arcaico di Caprifico di Torrecchia. Place of publication: Roma. Publication Date: 2010. Pages: 113-122
Type of decoration: Gorgeonion in strigil shell frame
Last Recorded Collection: Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Mouldmade: yes
Height: 21.3
Width: 13.2
MPD: 7.2
Clay: 5YR 5/4 sandpapery
Paint: Cream slip 10YR 7/3, red-brown, black, light brown
Condition: Preserves left side of shell & bottom border
