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Various Properties — An Etruscan Terracotta Head of a Boy, circa 2nd Century B.C.
Various Properties

An Etruscan Terracotta Head of a Boy, circa 2nd Century B.C.

An Etruscan terracotta head of a boy from approximately the 2nd century B.C., showcasing the distinctive sculptural style and portraiture techniques of pre-Roman Italy. The work provides insight into Etruscan artistic conventions and facial representation.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art

June 30, 2023

Estimate: $1,200 – $1,800

Lot 239

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Various Properties, An Etruscan Terracotta Head of a Boy, circa 2nd Century B.C.

An Etruscan terracotta head of a boy from approximately the 2nd century B.C., showcasing the distinctive sculptural style and portraiture techniques of pre-Roman Italy. The work provides insight into Etruscan artistic conventions and facial representation.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Terracotta, Portrait Head, Ancient Italy, Sculpture, Classical, Etruscan, Pre-Roman, 2nd Century B.C., Boy, Figurative

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