Terracotta plank-shaped figurine

Unknown

ca. 2000–1800 BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

This is an example of an early type of plank-shaped figurine, with rectangular head and shoulders. The patterns on the body most likely indicate a woven garment, overlaid with jewelry. Such figurines may recall cult statues of stone or wood that were placed in sanctuaries.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 2000–1800 BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76