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Terracotta antefix (roof tile) with female head

late 6th century BCE
Not on view

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Object Information
  • Title: Terracotta antefix (roof tile) with female head
  • Date: late 6th century BCE
  • Culture: Etruscan, Cerveteri
  • Medium: Terracotta
  • Dimensions: 5 7/16 x 6 1/16 in. (13.8 x 15.4 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: Purchase by subscription, 1896
  • Object Number: 96.18.156
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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