Standing female kithara player

4th century BCE
Not on view
The figurine is mold-made and solid. The back is handmade and flat. The figurine is very thin, like a plaque. The face and hair are Archaic in style, but the drapery is of Classical date, which determines the date of the figurine.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Standing female kithara player
  • Period: Cypro-Classical II
  • Date: 4th century BCE
  • Culture: Cypriot
  • Medium: Terracotta; mold-made and hand-made
  • Dimensions: H. 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.1695
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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