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Ancient Greek Terracotta Statue of Woman with Fruit
Ancient Greek Terracotta Statue of Woman with Fruit
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Description:

Greece, ca. 5th century BCE. A hollow terracotta mold-made figure of a woman depicted in a wonderful naturalistic pose. She stands with the skirt of her chiton held in her hands, inside of it a collection of fruit that appears to be apples or pears and grapes. She has long, uncovered hair, suggesting that she is a young woman. The duties of rural Greek women included the harvesting of olives and fruit so this probably depicts a scene that would have been familiar to the average Greek. Comes with custom stand. Size: 5" W x 5.5" H (12.7 cm x 14 cm)

Greek pottery figures like this one were made to be sold outside of temples for worshippers to purchase and give inside as offerings. Perhaps this figure was intended to bring a good harvest.

Provenance: Ex-Private Florida collection acquired in the 1980's

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  • Condition: Small area of well done repair to base; shape and form remain clear including details of fruit.

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