Byzantine – Large Bronze Cross Pendant – 7th-10th Century AD

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Ancient Greek terracotta head from the 4th century BC, testimony of Mycenaean artistic craftsmanship. Piece in good conservation state, dimensions 64 x 46 mm, from an English private collection.
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Detailed Description

This ancient Greek terracotta head represents an exceptional testimony of figurative art from the 4th century BCE, during the Mycenaean civilization period.

Analysis & expertise

The object displays typical characteristics of ancient Greek ceramic production, with careful modeling revealing the technical mastery of craftsmen of that era.

Not applicable for this archaeological object.

Not applicable for this archaeological object.

Flan and edge

The terracotta presents a well-preserved surface with sculpted details still visible.

Characteristics

Dimensions: 64 mm x 46 mm. Material: terracotta. Conservation state: good.

Historical context

The 4th century BC corresponds to a period of artistic flourishing in ancient Greece, when the production of figurative terracottas was common.

Cultural value

This artifact testifies to the artistic craftsmanship and sculptural tradition of ancient Greek civilization.

Traceability & guarantees

Provenance: former English private collection, acquired between 1980 and 1995, ensuring documented traceability.

Archaeological cabinet

Archaeological Identity Card

Material, chronological and cultural record for the object

Reference ANT-A048
Period
4ème siècle avant JC
Grec antique mycénien
Date
4ème siècle avant JC
Diameter
64 mm x 46 mm
Other References
ANT-A048
Condition
bon
Bon état
Provenance
Ancienne collection privée anglaise acquise entre 1980 et 1995
ancienne collection privée anglaise, acquise entre 1980 et 1995
Chronology label
IVe siècle av. J.-C.
Chronology start
-400
Chronology end
-301
Century
IVe siècle av. J.-C.
Normalized period
Grec antique mycénien
Internal source code
ANT-A048