790 - Greek Terracotta Female Protome Head. Late 6th century B.C. Hollow-formed female face with a pointed nose and narrow lips, wearing a pair of disc earrings, head covered by a stephane headdress and a veil, a small hole on top for suspension; mounted on a custom-made stand. 178 grams total, 13.5 cm including stand (5 3/8 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.)

Greek Terracotta Female Protome Head. Late 6th century B.C. Hollow-formed female face with a pointed nose and narrow lips, wearing a pair of disc earrings, head covered by a stephane headdress and a veil, a small hole on top for suspension; mounted on a custom-made stand. 178 grams total, 13.5 cm including stand (5 3/8 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Ex Andr Lorenceau (1930-2019), Baselland, 1960s-2000; thence by descent. Terracottas of this type typically served as votive offerings and may represent the deity to whom the offering was presented. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.