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Head of Chthonian Dionysos
Greek, South Italian
400 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Terracotta
Dimensions
Height: 10.3 cm (4 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harriet Otis Cruft Fund
Accession Number31.8
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CollectionsEurope, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionHead of Chthonian Dionysos wearing broad fillet and wreath. Beard composed of tight ringlets, each separately attached. Abundant remains of red paint on face, hair, and beard.
ProvenanceFrom Tarentum; by 1930: with Dr. Hirsch; purchased by MFA from Dr. Hirsch, January 2, 1931 for $ 950.00 (this is the total price for MFA 31.6-31.8)