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LOT 0546
Hellenistic Bronze Decorated Mirror
2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
6 in. (164 grams, 15.2 cm).
With decorated reverse comprising raised central nipple surrounded by concentric circles, scalloped edge and spike for attachment to the handle. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx old English collection.
London art market, 1980s.
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These figurines reflect sculptural prototypes. Interestingly the head of one of the women is draped in a himation, and the head is turned slightly to the right like the terracotta of Amisos which represents a dancer. These figurines were most probably manufactured in Hellenistic cities by craftsmen who used either light yellow or dark brown clay. After the firing, the surface of the clay became reddish, while the core became grey-brown. The majority of the figurines were made from untreated clay with many impurities, such as coarse grain. Due to the quality of the clay the surface of the figurines was often rugged, despite the retouch, but were painted with vivid colours, as is still visible on the pink polos on one of the heads.
