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Fragmentary figurine of a woman

Greek, East Greek
Archaic Period
Findspot: Anatolia (Turkey), Troad, Assos (Behramkale), Necropolis

Medium/Technique Terracotta
Dimensions 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Gift of the Archaeological Institute of America
Accession Number84.171
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionFragmentary statuette of a woman. Upper half of figure covered with veil, which is held by the right hand. Left hand rests on hip. Light red, fine clay.
ProvenanceFrom Assos (Behramkale, Turkey); necropolis. 188?: excavated by the Archaeological Institute of America; gift of the Archaeological Institute of America to MFA, January 15, 1884.