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Archaic Greek Terracotta Protome of a Goddess

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Description

Ancient Greece, Archaic Period, ca. late 6th to early 5th century BCE. A mold-formed terracotta protome of a goddess, perhaps Demeter, with exquisite detailing on the lips, eyes, brows, nose, and wavy coiffure. Remains of white slip indicate just how elaborately this was decorated at one time. Size: 2" L x 3.75" W x 4.875" H (5.1 cm x 9.5 cm x 12.4 cm); 7.25" H (18.4 cm) on included custom stand.

Published: J. Eisenberg. "Art of the Ancient World," vol. XIX (2008), no. 89

Provenance: ex-Royal Athena Galleries, New York City, New York, USA; ex-Gorny & Mosch, Munich, Germany, June 2007; ex-van Driesum collection, France

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Condition

Professionally repaired and restored from 2 pieces, with resurfacing and overpainting along new material and break lines. Light earthen deposits and only very minor softening to finer details, otherwise in excellent condition. Wonderful preservation to most facial details. Previous inventory label beneath display stand.

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Archaic Greek Terracotta Protome of a Goddess

Name: Archaic Greek Terracotta Protome of a Goddess
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Price: 1550 USD
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