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Head from a female votive statuette

Head from a female votive statuette: A small head from a female votive statuette possibly of the type of kourotrophos ( carrying a child ). The woman's head is covered by a conical hat and sha has a thick lock of hair underneath the hat or veil on the forehead. Her face is slightly turned to the left and she has a slight smile on her thin lips. She is wearing long earings. Most of the facial features have eroded. (Overall: 145 mm x 75 mm) - Made of Limestone Culture: Cypriot

Date

425 - 375 BC

Accession No.

16.5.72.73

Collection

Liverpool Museum

Provenance

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