Lot 568

Sale 126 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Greek South Italy, Selinunte Sicily, in the region of the temple of Malophoros, (5th century B.C.), terracotta statuette of a seated woman or priestess in a rigid position on a throne, with some original paint, height 120mm. Very fine and scarce.

These small figurines were made to be presented as votive gifts to a deity in the temple.
With old paper description in Italian.

Estimate
$250
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$220

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