1770, Satricum, Temple of Mater Matuta - Etrusco-Ionian roof

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Record number: 1770
Site: Satricum
Building or zone: Temple of Mater Matuta - Etrusco-Ionian roof
Position: Eaves
Roof element: Antefixes, heads
Comparanda: Ficana 37791
Remarks: Antefix plaque with female head in relief, with lips sharply curved into Archaic smile. Diadem projects above cover tile in back, and plaque overhangs cover tile below. No paint preserved
Bibliography: Knoop 1987, p. 14, no. 18; Winter 2009a, pp. 435-436, 6.C.4.a
Publication record: Antefixa Satricana. Sixth-century architectural terracottas from the sanctuary of Mater Matuta at Satricum
Symbols of Wealth and Power: Architectural Terracotta Decoration in Etruria and Central Italy, 640-510 B.C.
Associated elements: 10194/1, 10195/1, 10195/5, 10194 (4 antefixes), 10195 (3 antefixes),10197 (5 antefixes), 10198 & 10199 (2 upper sides), 19200, --/SN 44a, C1, T35/2/658
Type of decoration: Female head in relief
Current Collection: Museo Nazionale Etrusco di Villa Giulia: 10196
Mouldmade: yes
Height: 16.5
Width: 14
Condition: Missing top & sides

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