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Elizabeth A.Sackler Center for Feminist Art

Hippo

Probably legendary, reputedly flourished circa 5th century B.C.E., ancient Greece

In Memorable Deeds and Sayings (circa C.E. 31), the Roman historian and moralist Valerius Maximus relates the tale of a heroic Greek girl named Hippo, who becomes a prisoner of war on an enemy ship. Rather than allow herself to be raped, she throws herself into the sea.

Judy Chicago (American, b. 1939). <em>The Dinner Party</em> (Heritage Floor; detail), 1974–79. Porcelain with rainbow and gold luster, 48 x 48 x 48 ft. (14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 m). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Foundation, 2002.10. © Judy Chicago. Photograph by Jook Leung Photography
Judy Chicago (American, b. 1939). The Dinner Party (Heritage Floor; detail), 1974–79. Porcelain with rainbow and gold luster, 48 x 48 x 48 ft. (14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 m). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Foundation, 2002.10. © Judy Chicago. Photograph by Jook Leung Photography

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