Ancient Greek Terracotta Large Statuette of a Woman. With Spanish Export License. - 26 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Large Ancient Greek terracotta statuette of a young woman, Boeotian type, circa 425–400 BC, standing on a rectangular base with original pigments visible and one arm at the side, one to the chest, repairs noted; dimensions 26 cm high, 8.5 cm wide, 5.5 cm deep; acquired in 2025 from France with a Spanish export licence.
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A finely crafted Ancient Greek terracotta statuette of a young woman. The figure is shown standing on a rectangular base, with one arm at her side and the other to her chest. She is depicted with wavy, coiffed hair and a high polos on her head, along with wearing a long draped peplos. The facial features and hair appear gently rendered in a naturalistic manner. Traces of the original pigmentation are visible on the figure, including the hair and drapery, as well as on the base. The reverse displays a large rectangular air hole in the centre. This statuette is a fine example of the common Boeotian type of the Greek Classical period.
Provenance: Formerly collected in Marseille 70 years
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license will be arranged, he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days
A finely crafted Ancient Greek terracotta statuette of a young woman. The figure is shown standing on a rectangular base, with one arm at her side and the other to her chest. She is depicted with wavy, coiffed hair and a high polos on her head, along with wearing a long draped peplos. The facial features and hair appear gently rendered in a naturalistic manner. Traces of the original pigmentation are visible on the figure, including the hair and drapery, as well as on the base. The reverse displays a large rectangular air hole in the centre. This statuette is a fine example of the common Boeotian type of the Greek Classical period.
Provenance: Formerly collected in Marseille 70 years
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license will be arranged, he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
Circa 425-400 BC
Name of object
Large Statuette of a Woman. With Spanish Export License.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Repairs
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
26 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
8.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
5.5 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Disclaimer
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.
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.
