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Figurine of a person, probably female, playing a tambourine
Cypriote
Cypro-Archaic II Period
600–475 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Terracotta
Dimensions
14 cm (5 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by subscription
Accession Number72.150
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionThis 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.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with General Luigi Palma di Cesnola (from Cyprus); May 16, 1872: purchased by MFA from General Luigi Palma di Cesnola for
$ 1,704.39 (this figure is the total price for MFA 72.1-72.473 and 72.4871-72.4900)
$ 1,704.39 (this figure is the total price for MFA 72.1-72.473 and 72.4871-72.4900)