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Head of Herakles figurine
Greek, East Greek
Hellenistic Period
323–31 B.C.
Place of Manufacture: Asia Minor, Ionia, Smyrna
Medium/Technique
Terracotta
Dimensions
9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by contribution
Accession Number01.7639
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionHead of Herakles. Brow furrowed with wrinkles; ears large; wears a heavy wreath; hair and long beard in short curly locks. Traces of gilding.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Edward Perry Warren (according to Warren's records: Bought in Smyrna.); purchased by MFA from Edward Perry Warren, 1901