Ancient Greek Terracotta - Head of a young woman with elaborate makeup - Tanagra - 3rd Century BCE.
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Ancient Greek terracotta head of a young woman with elaborate painted make-up, from the 3rd century BC, presented on a black wooden base.
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Description from the seller
Exceptional Greek ceramic head
Elegant ceramic head depicting a young woman with curly hair styled like a beret. Her hair falls down the back of her head, leaving her face uncovered. Her features are delicate, with a slightly upturned nose and thin lips.
Her eyes and cheekbones are enhanced with pigment and outlined with fine black lines, revealing elaborate makeup (very rare!).
The young woman holds her head slightly tilted, with a subtle, enigmatic smile.
Greece, 3rd century B.C.
Displayed on an elegant black wooden base.
Height: 4.5 cm (height: 9.2 cm with the base)
Very well preserved - no restoration
An exceptional solid piece!
Provenance: France, M.L.N. gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural property passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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.
Translated by Google TranslateExceptional Greek ceramic head
Elegant ceramic head depicting a young woman with curly hair styled like a beret. Her hair falls down the back of her head, leaving her face uncovered. Her features are delicate, with a slightly upturned nose and thin lips.
Her eyes and cheekbones are enhanced with pigment and outlined with fine black lines, revealing elaborate makeup (very rare!).
The young woman holds her head slightly tilted, with a subtle, enigmatic smile.
Greece, 3rd century B.C.
Displayed on an elegant black wooden base.
Height: 4.5 cm (height: 9.2 cm with the base)
Very well preserved - no restoration
An exceptional solid piece!
Provenance: France, M.L.N. gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural property passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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 Greek
Century/timeframe
3ème Siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Head of a young woman with elaborate makeup - Tanagra - 3rd Century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
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.
