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Western Greek Terracotta Protome of a Woman

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Western Greek Terracotta Protome of a Woman

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Ancient Greece, Archaic, ca. 650 to 480 BCE. A mold-made terracotta protome representing a female head, wearing a himation drawn up and over her head, with a scalloped fringe of bangs and long wavy locks elegantly framing her face and ears - a lovely face with open, almond-shaped, lidded eyes, a relatively naturalistic nose, nicely contoured cheeks, a rounded chin, and that signature Archaic smile. Although the exact significance of this smile is unknown, scholars suggest that the ancient Greeks associated it with good health and well being. The bust is further delineated with a subtly modeled chest and a long neck. Size: 3" W x 4.15" H (7.6 cm x 10.5 cm); 6.35" H (16.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Protomes like this example demonstrate these developing naturalistic leanings of Greek visual culture as well, with that Archaic smile signifying life and representing the Archaic ideal. They would have been dedicated in an ancient temple to the local deity, perhaps to thank the god or goddess, or to assist in making a request.

Provenance: ex-Davis collection, Houston, Texas, acquired before 2013 from various auction houses in London and New York

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Condition

Very small losses to the top of the head and the lower edge. Encrustation in lower profile areas.

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Western Greek Terracotta Protome of a Woman

Name: Western Greek Terracotta Protome of a Woman
SKU: 103774987
Price: 400 USD
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