Ancient Mycenaean Greek Pottery Woman’s Head

€450.00
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Terracotta female head from ancient Mycenaean Greece, dating from the 4th to 2nd century BC. Remarkable example of Greek ceramic art preserved in good condition, from an English private collection.
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Detailed Description

This terracotta female head represents an exceptional testimony to the ceramic art of ancient Mycenaean Greece, dating from the 4th to 2nd century BC.

Analysis & expertise

The artifact reflects the Greek artistic traditions of this period, demonstrating remarkable craftsmanship and particular attention to detail in human representation.

Representation of a woman's head sculpted in terracotta, preserving its original morphological characteristics.

Not applicable for this type of archaeological object.

Flan and edge

Terracotta structure measuring 35 mm by 23 mm, preserving its original form.

Characteristics

Dimensions: 35 mm x 23 mm. Material: terracotta. Remarkable state of conservation considering its antiquity.

Historical context

This object testifies to the artistic practices of ancient Greek civilization and offers valuable insight into female representation in the art of this period.

Cultural value

Artifact representative of ancient Greek artistic excellence, illustrating the role and place of women in Mycenaean society.

Traceability & guarantees

Documented provenance from an English private collection formed between 1980 and 1995, guaranteeing the authenticity and legality of the acquisition.

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Archaeological Identity Card

Material, chronological and cultural record for the object

Reference ANT-A043
Period
4ème au 2ème siècle avant J.-C.
Grèce mycénienne antique
Date
4ème au 2ème siècle avant J.-C.
Diameter
35 mm x 23 mm
Other References
ANT-A043
Condition
Bon état
Obverse Type
Tête de femme en terre cuite
Provenance
Ancienne collection privée anglaise (1980-1995)
Collection privée anglaise constituée entre 1980 et 1995
Chronology label
IVe-IIe siècle av. J.-C.
Chronology start
-400
Chronology end
-101
Century
IVe-IIe siècle av. J.-C.
Normalized period
Grèce mycénienne antique
Internal source code
ANT-A043