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Head of Herakles figurine
Greek, East Greek
Medium/Technique
Terracotta
Dimensions
5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by contribution
Accession Number01.7640
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionHead of Herakles wearing a wreath of figs and fig leaves; the nose is twisted somewhat to the spectator's left. Red on some parts.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Edward Perry Warren (according to Warren's records: Bought in London.); purchased by MFA from Edward Perry Warren, December 1901