Terracotta Astarte Plaque - image 1

Archaic II

Terracotta Astarte Plaque

Terracotta plaque figurine showing a naked female of the 'Astarte' type, possibly representing a deity; solid, made in a single-sided mould; piercing above head for suspension; damage to feet and body. Dimensions: Height: 17.50 centimetres Object Type: figurine; plaque Techniques: pierced; mould-made

Date

650 - 550 BC

Accession No.

1967,1104.10

Collection

British Museum

Provenance

  • Salamis (Cyprus)