Lot 400
Greek Hellenistic Terracotta Figurine of Nude Aphrodite. Ca. 3rd-2nd century B.C. Approximately 8 inches high. A complete and intact example, in "as found" condition. The nude Aphrodite raises her left arm and holds her drapery behind. Her lower right arm rests on an extended dolphin, its head pointing downwards. This dolphin may represent a piece of dolphin-designed furniture. It also refers to the myth of the birth of Aphrodite. She stands on a rectangular stand with a small round vent hold on the back side. This piece was mold-made from two separate halves and is a typical example of a Greek Boeotian terracotta; the totally nude, erotic pose, however, is not often seen. Estimate $300 - 500
Ex: Joel Malter collecton, Los Angeles; ex: private CA collection.
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