Terracotta statuette of Harpokrates
Harpokrates (the infant Horus) is shown with some of the usual attributes, such as the Egyptian pschent headdress and the goose. The object next to his right leg may be interpreted as a large round loaf of sacred bread.
Artwork Details
- Title: Terracotta statuette of Harpokrates
- Period: Imperial
- Date: 1st–3rd century CE
- Culture: Roman
- Medium: Terracotta; mold-made
- Dimensions: 3 1/2 x 3 5/8 in. (8.9 x 9.2 cm)
- Classification: Terracottas
- Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
- Object Number: 74.51.5872
- Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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