Romano-Egyptian Terracotta Head of Harpocrates

Object Description

A Romano-Egyptian votive terracotta head of Harpocrates, the God of Secrets. Once belonging to a larger statuette, this remaining head piece displays delicately crafted features that emphasise the youth of the deity, such as his rounded cherubic cheeks and doll-like eyes. Atop his head, the tall double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt sits entirely intact. The reverse is unadorned. The fragment is accompanied with a custom-made stand.

Dimensions of head without stand: H. 6.2cm x W. 3cm.

Date: 1st Century BC – 2nd Century AD

Object History

Ex Dr Magdy Collection, UK. Acquired in 1970s.

Object Condition

Very fine condition with detailed facial features remarkably intact. Minor scratches and marks to the surface consistent with age. The uneven base to this head is due to it once being part of a larger statuette.

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