Egyptian Polychrome Limestone Head Fragment

Egyptian Polychrome Limestone Head Fragment

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Description

Egyptian Polychrome Limestone Head Fragment, Late Period, ca. 715-330 BC. A carved limestone head fragment depicting a youthful male figure wearing a striated tripartite wig. The face rendered with large almond-shaped eyes, gently arched brows, rounded cheeks, and a subtle smile. Traces of original red and black pigment remain. Donald Wonder (1938-2023), California & New Jersey; prior to 1998; thence by descent. H. 4 1/2" (11.4 cm)..