Maker: Unknown
Terracotta head of a moustached man with hair tied back in a bun; possibly a Brahmin
Given by Mrs C. G. Carrington, in memory of Major A. G. Carrington
Method of acquisition: Given (1971) by Carrington, C. G. Mrs
Ceramic Body
composed of
terracotta
( Brick-red earthenware. Gritty body with many inclusions: some micaceous, some glassy?, plus a few green (copper mineral?) in the hair bun. Some organic inclusions: e.g. an impression of a flat piece of plant material is visible in the chin.)
Surface
composed of
paint
( Dark red paint, thick in places.)
Accession number: O.1-1971
Primary reference Number: 138172
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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