Greek Attic Maskette of a Female
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**Originally Listed At $600**
Greece, Athens (Attic), ca. 5th century BCE. A splendid maskette of a female presenting an idealized visage beneath a thick, centrally-parted coiffure. Her round face is comprised of almond-shaped eyes with extended outer edges and drilled pupils, an up-turned nose, and a straight mouth. Masks played an important role in Greek theatre. An actor's entire head and hair would be covered by a large mask of simple design, made from linen or cork, with holes for the mouth and eyes. These masks allowed audience members seated in all areas of the theatre to understand what was happening throughout the performance. Size: 4.6" W x 4.6" H (11.7 cm x 11.7 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#177308
Greece, Athens (Attic), ca. 5th century BCE. A splendid maskette of a female presenting an idealized visage beneath a thick, centrally-parted coiffure. Her round face is comprised of almond-shaped eyes with extended outer edges and drilled pupils, an up-turned nose, and a straight mouth. Masks played an important role in Greek theatre. An actor's entire head and hair would be covered by a large mask of simple design, made from linen or cork, with holes for the mouth and eyes. These masks allowed audience members seated in all areas of the theatre to understand what was happening throughout the performance. Size: 4.6" W x 4.6" H (11.7 cm x 11.7 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#177308
Condition
Professionally repaired with restoration and break lines visible in areas. Some nicks and abrasions as well as chipping to lower right corner, all commensurate with age. Liberal remaining detail. Modern plastic suspension rope on verso for display.
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Greek Attic Maskette of a Female
Estimate $900 - $1,350
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PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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