SculptureGreek13th century BCE
"Phi" Figure
1300-1200 BCE
Description
Votive or tomb figure. Made in large numbers during this period. Intact. Handmade. Body pinched out to either side. Nose pinched forward. Top of head flaring with concave top. Bottom flaring, concave beneath. Two rudimentary, vertical stripes down front and down back of figure, horizontal stripe around front and back of widest point. Small pellet breasts and eyes added. Stands upright.
Dimensions
10.5 x 4.3 cm (4 1/8 x 1 11/16 in.)
Provenance
Provenance unknown
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