Ancient Greek Boeotian Terracotta Statuette of a Woman

Object Description

A finely crafted Ancient Greek terracotta statuette of a young woman. The figure is shown standing on a rectangular base, with one arm at her side and the other to her chest. She is depicted with wavy, coiffed hair and a high polos on her head, along with wearing a long draped peplos. The facial features and hair appear gently rendered in a naturalistic manner. Traces of the original pigmentation are visible on the figure, including the hair and drapery, as well as on the base. The reverse displays a large rectangular air hole in the centre. This statuette is a fine example of the common Boeotian type of the Greek Classical period.

Date: Circa 425-400 BC

Object History

Private collection, London. Acquired Sotheby’s London, 10 July 1979, lot 207. Offered Sotheby’s London, 8 December 1994, lot 194

Object Condition

Good condition. The features are clear and the figure is intact. Some signs of wear such as scratches and minor chips. Some of the original pigment is visible on the surface, and the original white slip.

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