ETRUSCAN, IVᵉ - IIIᵉ century B.C. - Lot 17

ETRUSCAN, IVᵉ - IIIᵉ century B.C. Androgynous head with curly, waving hair, wearing a himation, she sports a beautiful, timeless, interiorized expression Orange terracotta with polychrome remains Broken and glued at the back H. 22.5 cm L. 15.5 cm Provenance : Collection of Professor Kenneth Graham, acquired at auction in the 1970s This androgynous head bears witness to the refined art of the Etruscans, characterized by their mastery of terracotta and attention to detail. The himation's carriage and serene expression reflect a quest for timelessness and an aesthetic sensibility marked by Greek influences. Sculptures of this type occupied an important place in sanctuaries or public spaces, symbolizing the link between humanity and the divine in Etruscan culture. Expert : Serge REYNES