Etruscan Antefix

Culture: Etruscan

Period: 6th century B.C.

Material: Terracotta

Dimensions: 11 cm x 11 cm

Price: Sold

Ref: 4062

Provenance: English private collection, acquired in the 1960s.

Condition: Fragment

Description: Fragment of an Etruscan architectural part (antefix) depicting a male head with an Archaic smile, long pointy nose and almond-shaped, slightly offset eyes. On the sides parts of his curly hair are still recognizable. Possibly from Caere. Mounted.