Remarks: Upper nude torso of mature woman, with thighs draped in himation, the end of which hangs down vertically in front. Figure probably meant to be seen in 3/4 view with vertical folds at front. At opposite side of piece, thick plaque curving ouward to right: strut to plaque at right angles? Possible nail hole near upper 1/3 edge of terracotta baulk. Handmade, hollow
Bibliography: Andrén 1940, pp. 365-366, No. II:2
Publication record: Architectural terracottas from Etrusco-Italic Temples. Author: Andrén, A.. Place of publication: Lund/Leipzig. Publication Date: 1939-1940
Type of decoration: Mature woman
Last Recorded Collection: Antiquarium Comunale
Mouldmade: no
Height: 18.7
Width: 10
MPD: 13.2
Clay: 10YR 7/4
Paint: Cream slip 10YR 7/3, skin yellow 10YR 7/4, drapery bright red 5R 4/8 with dark purple-red border 5R 4/4
Condition: Preserved from waist to knee level
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