Standing female flute player

Unknown

early 5th century BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

The figurine is mold-made and solid, with handmade arms and flute. The back is plain. The arms are bent forward to hold a double flute. She originally stood at the center of a group of ring dancers.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 5th century BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76