Statuette of a Belly Actor

Culture: Greek

Period: 3rd century B.C.

Material: Terracotta

Dimensions: 10 cm high

Price: Sold

Ref: 2028

Provenance: Belgian private collection, acquired in the 1980s.

Condition: Intact

Description: Figure standing on a rectangular base wearing a short tunica, tiny coat and a pointed hat. The thick, padded doublet, the tied up phallus (infibulation) and the mask-like face with beard indicate that is statuette represents a dressed-up actor. He is balancing a bag on his shoulders. Comes with a French antiquities passport!