Fragment of a terracotta bearded head

East Greek

late 7th or early 6th century BCE

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 152

The black and cream-colored slip painted on this lively face reminds us that all ancient sculpture was painted.

Artwork Details

Overview

Title: Fragment of a terracotta bearded head
Period: Archaic
Date: late 7th or early 6th century BCE
Culture: East Greek
Medium: Terracotta
Dimensions: Overall: 4 7/16 x 2 15/16 x 3 15/16in. (11.3 x 7.5 x 10cm)
Classification: Terracottas
Credit Line: Gift of Torkom Demirjian, 1993
Object Number: 1993.272.1
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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