Greek and Roman ArtTerracottas3rd–2nd century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Terracotta head of a woman |
| Medium | Terracotta |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) |
| Classification | Terracottas |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Date | 3rd–2nd century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of F. W. Rhinelander, 1898 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Egyptian (?) |
| Period | Hellenistic |
| Date Range | 299 BC – 200 BC |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 246749