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Periaktoi

Scope note

In Greek theaters, the revolving triangular devices with differing scenery painted on each of the three faces.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000145811

Broader Terms used

<theater elements>

Term used for

periacti

Equivalent Terms used

periaktos

Created

12yrs ago

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