Eros Figure with Outstretched Arms Held High
Culture: Ancient Greek
Date: 4th century BCE
Medium: Terracotta, gilt, and paint
Dimensions:
3 1/16 × 2 3/16 × 1 13/16 in. (7.8 × 5.6 × 4.6 cm)
Classification: 3-D Object/Sculpture
Object number: 1981-008.08 DJ
Not on view
DescriptionWinged male standing with weight born on the left leg. Figure looks to the right while holding his right arm horizontal and his left arm over his head. A sash is tied around his waist with the ends along his left thigh. White slip is visible on most of the skin. Gilding preserved in patches on the wings and thin wreath worn by the figure. Vent hole between wings.
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