Terracotta statuette of a nurse carrying a child

Greek, possibly Attic

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 161

In its size and articulation, this group of an old nurse and child represents an elaboration of a popular type in Attic comedy. It is worth noting that the child is no baby.

Terracotta statuette of a nurse carrying a child, Terracotta, Greek, possibly Attic

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