Head of a deity (Melqart?)

Unknown

5th century BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

The solid, bearded head has a mold-made face; the headdress was added by hand. The back is handmade and flat.

Artist

Unknown

Date

5th century BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76