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Limestone statue of a female figure: GR.2.1887

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Limestone statue of a female figure

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Description

Woman, holding bowl. This type of statue is typical of Archaic Greek art and is thought to have been influcenced by Egyptian statuary of the Late Period. This type of statue would be dedicated at a sanctuary.

Measurements and weight

Height: 20 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1887) by The Egyptian Exploration Fund

Dating

Archaic
-0680 BCE - -0520 BCE

Materials used in production

Limestone

Techniques used in production

Carved

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Identification numbers

Accession number: GR.2.1887
Primary reference Number: 66072

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 18 July 2025

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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