Richter, Gisela Marie Augusta, 1882-1972, Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) · New York [The Gilliss Press] · leaf 132
the National Museum ofNaples (cf. Antichita di Ercolano, VI, pi. 94), which, however, is a little larger.From the Naples example we can restore the missing parts in our figure.The right arm was extended, with the forearm brought forward and thehand closed; the forefinger of the right hand touched… … In spite of the small dimensions the modelling is executed with great careand the spirit of mirth is admirably represented in the laughing face.The workmanship belongs to the Hellenistic period. Height, 2§ in. (6.6 cm.). Purchased in 1909. Fromthe Ferroni Sale (cf. Sale Catalogue, p. 53, No.…
Bronzes · Art, Ancient
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