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Egyptian Terracotta Altar with Erotes, 2nd/1st Century BC

Egyptian altar or pedestal decorated with the busts of cheerful Erotes.

The three preserved heads show chubby features and wild curls rendered with the modeling stick. Vestigial wings between the heads.

Fragmentary. Nice modeling.

W. 4.7 cm (1.85 in), H. 3.8 cm (1.5 in)
H. with stand 6 cm (2.35 in)

Swiss art market

320 USD