Eros Figure Playing Cymbals
Culture: Ancient Greek
Date: 4th century BCE
Medium: Terracotta, gilt, and paint
Dimensions:
3 × 1 3/4 × 2 1/8 in. (7.6 × 4.4 × 5.4 cm)
Classification: 3-D Object/Sculpture
Object number: 1981-008.02 DJ
Not on view
DescriptionWinged male figure playing the cymbals. Standing with his left foot forward and wings up for balance. He turns his head slightly to the right and wears a, partially preserved, ray-like wreath. A sash is tied around his waist. Gilding appears on the cymbals, wings, and sash. White slip over most of the skin visible with a few areas of peach pigment preserved. Vent hole between wings.
Public Website: No
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