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Statuette of a pig
Egyptian
Roman Imperial Period
30 B.C.–A.D. 364
Medium/Technique
Pottery (terracotta)
Dimensions
Height x width x depth: 4.9 x 5.8 x 3.1 cm (1 15/16 x 2 5/16 x 1 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift from the Estate of Professor Henry Wiliamson Haynes
Accession Number12.605
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionThis terracotta figurine of a wild pig retains traces of white gesso. It is hollow and open at bottom. The surface is rough and flaking in some areas.
ProvenanceGift of the Estate of Professor Henry Williamson Haynes, through Miss Sarah H. Blanchard