Ancient Roman - Harp-playing goddess - 2nd/3rd century AD.
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Roman terracotta statuette titled "Harp-Playing Goddess" dating to the 2nd–3rd century AD, depicting a harp-playing goddess seated with two young girls, height 17.2 cm and width 8.6 cm, beige‑orange with traces of white engobe, in good condition with a slight restoration; acquired in 2025 from Galerie/Antiquaire in France from a private French collection, authenticity original, legally obtained with provenance verified.
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Harp-playing goddess among young girls.
Elegant Roman terracotta statuette depicting a harp-playing goddess.
She is seated facing forward, feet resting on a stool. She wears a long pleated tunic. Her hair is styled in a diadem, gathered at the back in a bun. The face is revealed, the nose straight and the lips thin. In her right hand she holds a tall trigonal harp, plucking the strings with the left hand.
Two young girls are arranged on either side.
Roman period, 2nd/3rd century AD
Height: 17.2 cm, width: 8.6 cm
The features are modeled in relief, the body forms are elegant.
A charming statuette,
Beige-orange terracotta, traces of white engobe.
Excellent conservation state - slight restoration
A similar piece is on display at the Sousse Museum
Provenance information: France, Galerie P.L.S.
Previous provenance history, French private archaeology collection
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateHarp-playing goddess among young girls.
Elegant Roman terracotta statuette depicting a harp-playing goddess.
She is seated facing forward, feet resting on a stool. She wears a long pleated tunic. Her hair is styled in a diadem, gathered at the back in a bun. The face is revealed, the nose straight and the lips thin. In her right hand she holds a tall trigonal harp, plucking the strings with the left hand.
Two young girls are arranged on either side.
Roman period, 2nd/3rd century AD
Height: 17.2 cm, width: 8.6 cm
The features are modeled in relief, the body forms are elegant.
A charming statuette,
Beige-orange terracotta, traces of white engobe.
Excellent conservation state - slight restoration
A similar piece is on display at the Sousse Museum
Provenance information: France, Galerie P.L.S.
Previous provenance history, French private archaeology collection
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s objects are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
2ème/3ème Siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Harp-playing goddess - 2nd/3rd century AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
