Terracotta statuette of an enthroned goddess between two attendants

4th century BCE
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 171
This figurine is one of the most completely preserved of a group of enthroned goddesses from Kition. The seated goddess is flanked at either side by a standing attendant. The group is hollow and was mold-made in three parts; the two separately molded attendants are made to fit very closely against the sides of the goddess' throne. Both figures were joined to the throne at the back before firing.

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Object Information
  • Title: Terracotta statuette of an enthroned goddess between two attendants
  • Period: Cypro-Classical II
  • Date: 4th century BCE
  • Culture: Cypriot
  • Medium: Terracotta; mold-made
  • Dimensions: h. 10 13/16 in. (27.5 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.1589
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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