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Published Greek Canosan Terracotta Head of a Woman

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Published Greek Canosan Terracotta Head of a Woman

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Magna Graecia, Apulia, Canosan Hellenistic Period, ca. 5th century BCE. A gorgeous mold-made pottery head of a female embodying the pinnacle of classical beauty. Crowned by a coiffure of tight coils, the ancient woman gazes forward, displaying an ovoid visage of generously lidded, almond-shaped eyes beneath a shallow brow, a noble Greek nose, and bowed, slightly parted lips. Lovely remains of red and white pigment scattered throughout. Size: 5.625" L x 3.875" W x 5.875" H (14.3 cm x 9.8 cm x 14.9 cm); 9.25" H (23.5 cm) on included custom stand.

Published: J. Eisenberg, Art of the Ancient World, Vol. XXV (2014), no. 67.

This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world’s largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques.

Provenance: ex-private German collection; ex-Gorny & Mosch, Munich, Germany, December 2012

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Condition

Fragment of a larger piece. Repair and restoration to proper left back of head and shoulder. Chips to nose and chin. Expected light abrasions and scratches in areas. Otherwise, excellent. Not removable from stand.

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Published Greek Canosan Terracotta Head of a Woman

Name: Published Greek Canosan Terracotta Head of a Woman
SKU: 110278071
Price: 6000 USD
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