Geometric II

Terracotta female figure

Though summarily executed, the details on the front and back of the figure indicate an elaborate garment and headdress. H. 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm)

Date

950 - 750 BC

Accession No.

74.51.1610

Collection

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Provenance

References

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