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Left foot, possibly from a relief

2nd century BCE
Not on view
The foot, wearing a boot, is handmade and hollow. It is from a figure of approximately two-thirds life size.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Left foot, possibly from a relief
  • Period: Late Hellenistic
  • Date: 2nd century BCE
  • Culture: Cypriot
  • Medium: Terracotta; hand-made
  • Dimensions: H. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.1466
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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