/internal/media/dispatcher/819374/resize%25253Aformat%25253DthumbnailFigurine of a person, probably female, playing a tambourine600–475 B.C.14 cm (5 1/2 in.)TerracottaMuseum purchase with funds donated by subscription72.1501This figurine shows an individual playing a tambourine. The piece is solid, and its cylindrical body stands upright on its flaring foot. Both arms extend forwards in front of its chest to hold a small, thin disc, likely a tambourine. Its head is tilted back slightly. Its nose and ears are prominent, made by adding pellets of clay to the simple cylindrical form. It has a high headband, and its hair or headdress falls to its shoulders. Traces of red paint are visible on its foot, arms, ears, and face.Sculpture14.000000000015190101