Terracotta statuette of two actors

Terracotta statuette of two actors

The two figures are set on a thin base and are shown standing and embracing. On the basis of their posture and facial expressions they have been identified as actors. The right figure is male and the left figure is female because of the indication of breasts. Both wear short-sleeved chitons girded around the hips, hanging down to above the knees. Another interpretation of this group statuette identifies the figures as a pair of beggars.

Present location PELIZAEUS-MUSEUM [04/030] HILDESHEIM

Inventory number 0464

Dating PTOLEMAIC PERIOD

Archaeological Site ALEXANDRIA ?

Category HUMAN FIGURINE

Material CLAY

Technique FORMED BY HAND; BURNED

Height 14.5 cm

Width 12.5 cm

Depth 6 cm

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