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Goddess wearing a high crown

Greek
Archaic Period
6th century B.C.
Place of Manufacture: Greece (said to probably have come from), Arkadia, Tegea

Medium/Technique Terracotta
Dimensions Height: 19.5 cm (7 11/16 in.)
Credit Line Museum purchase with funds donated by contribution
Accession Number01.7769
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsSculpture

DescriptionSeated goddess. Has a high crown; hair falls on either side like a klaft; wears an elaborate series of necklaces. Red preserved on chiton. Small pieces are missing.
ProvenanceBy 1901: with E. P. Warren (according to Warren's records: Bought in Paris: said from Tripolitza (i.e. probably Tegea).); purchased by MFA from E. P. Warren, December 1901