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5th-4th BCE Etruscan Terracotta Female Head of Hera Central Italy Museum Quality For Sale
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5th-4th BCE Etruscan Terracotta Female Head of Hera Central Italy Museum Quality:
$4025.00
5th-4th BCE Etruscan Terracotta Female Head of Hera Central Italy Museum Quality
Ancient 400-500 BCE Etruscan Terracotta Female Head of Hera Fragment, Central Italy, Museum Quality, Custom-Made Stand, Professional Conservation
This unique and rare piece is a female head fragment that originated in Central Italy during the 5th-4th century BCE.A beautiful mold-made terracotta votive with details reworked via a modeling tool in the form of Hera. Her beautiful visage composed of almond-shaped eyes under heavy brows, a gracefully arched brow line, a delicate nose, full lips, finely-formed cheeks, and a slender neckline, all framed by a hairstyle of wavy hair coiffed beneath a corona. Custom display stand included.Its red clay color and intricate hairstyle on the head is typical of Etruscan style. Votive heads like this example were placed in temples as offerings to thank the gods. Sculptors used molds and stamps to create images of women and men. Some of the particularly fine examples, such as this head, the artist will depict refined features and details of the face and hair with a pointed tool prior to firing in the kiln. The bold, enlivened eyes and wavy coiffure with curls are hallmarks of the Etruscan style. This Etruscan terracotta female head is an original antiquity and is a one of a kind piece, making it a valuable addition to any collection. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history!
Hera: In Etruscan mythology, the goddess Uni is the equivalent of Hera in Greek mythology and Juno in Roman mythology. Uni is the goddess of marriage, fertility, family, and women, and is the patron goddess of Perugia.***Please be aware that this is an ancient work of art and is quite fragile, as such the wear and tear is normal and part of the age. Shipping is more expensive, as it needs to be packed very carefully to insure proper handling and appropriate packaging.***
Condition:Condition is commensurate with age and use. Very good condition, nice aged patina, minor losses and scuffs. Cracks and professional repairs at the neck. Mounted on painted wood stand. Please see photos
Measurements: Head: 9 x 6 1/4 x 6 1/4 inches; with stand: 10 1/2 x 5 7/8 x 6 inches
Weight: 5 lb 4 oz (including stand)
Price: $5,750.00
Shipping:Shipping Cost in the US is $153.99. Global Shipping or contact seller for additional international shipping rates. I can ship more than one item together and give you better rates, just contact me and I will respond. I usually answer questions very quickly (depending on time difference) Customs duty, VAT, or import duty is the responsibility of the buyer. All items for sale are vintage or antique and it may show evidence of wear. Please see condition report and photos. I try to describe the items to the best of my ability. Please review the information, photos and/ or ask questions before offerding. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. 30 day returns, buyer pays return shipping Payment Terms:Payments are due within 48 hours of the end of the sale or listing. Shipping:Shipping Cost in the US is $153.99. Shipment will be sent with tracking and careful, sturdy packing, recycled, when possible. We will ship your item as soon as possible. Shipping usually takes no more than two business days. If you have any questions please contact us before offerding. For international shipping, we use Global shipping. If you need this shipped with particular requests, please contact me for international shipping rates before purchasing. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
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