Greek Terracotta Demeter Protome

Origin: Mediterranean, probably BoetiaCirca: 5th Century BCDimensions: 8.75" Height (23.2 cm) Medium: Terracotta This charming image depicting the goddess Demeter is both lively in nature and substantial in size. She is shown frontally with shoulder length centrally parted ribbed hair and wearing a polos. She has almond-shaped eyes and full lips. Covered throughout in white slip with remains of red pigment on drapery and polos.