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Greek Boeotian Goddess, Ex-Christie's
Ca. 6th century B.C.
Item Number: 999295
$2,495.00
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| Category |
Greek |
| Period |
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| Material |
Pottery |
| Dimensions |
6-1/2"H |
| Condition |
Repaired |
DescriptionRare style! Ca. 6th century B.C., from the Greek city-state of Boeotia; painted buff terracotta of standing abstract female goddess – possibly of fertility and beauty (beauty is in the eye of the beholder). Arms held to the side, pointed nose and very unusual hairstyle/headdress. 6-1/2"H, head and top headdress re-attached else, quite fine. For similar style, see Dallas Museum of Art.
ProvenanceEx-prominent Palm Springs, CA Collection purchased in 1981.
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