Romano-Egyptian Terracotta Head of Harpocrates

GBP 145.00

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Object Description

A fine Romano-Egyptian terracotta fragmentary head of the god Harpocrates. He is depicted with delicately crafted features that emphasise the youth of the deity, such as his rounded cherubic cheeks, full lips, and heavy-lidded doll-like eyes. He is shown enigmatically with a finger up to his lips, a characteristic of the god. His hair is shaved except for a side-lock, a common hairstyle for young boys in ancient Egypt, which sits underneath what appears to be a headpiece. The fragment would have once belonged to a larger figurative statuette. The reverse of the head is concave and unadorned.

Date: Circa 1st century BC- 2nd century AD

Object History

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

Object Condition

Fine condition. The top of the head and left cheek of the face have been partially damaged. Minor scratches and discolouration as consistent with its age. Earthly encrustations to the surface.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:2.9 x H:3.3 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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