Draped female figurine known as a “Tanagra” - Lot 95

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600 - 800 EUR
Draped female figurine known as a “Tanagra” - Lot 95
Draped female figurine known as a “Tanagra” Greece, Boeotia, Hellenistic period, ca. 3rd century B.C. A young woman standing, draped in a loose himation covering her chiton, her right arm brought in front of her chest to support the folds. Her head is slightly tilted, and her hair is styled in a low bun (krobylos). Pinkish-beige terracotta, white slip, partially preserved pink and mauve polychrome. Oval firing vent on the reverse. Height: 24 cm Condition: previous restorations, notably a filling on the right side; head possibly a later addition, with clay and a patina distinct from the body. Partial polychromy, earthy deposits. Provenance: former French collection, acquired at auction in the 1990s; passed down through the family. Expert: Ms. Bianca MASSARD
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