Exceptional in size ( High) female figure with arms folded under the breasts, of parian marble. It is thought to be a female divinity. the figure stands on toe tips, but her bending knees hold her back from balancing on the ground. It was probably meant to be placed in supine position. It belongs to the widespread 'Spedos' type. Figurines vary in height from 8cm to full size, have clear-cut outline and incised anatomical details. The nose and usually the ears are in relief. From Amorgos, Early Cycladic II, 2800-2300 BC.
Exceptional in size ( High) female figure with arms folded under the breasts, of parian marble. It is thought to be a female divinity. the figure stands on toe tips, but her bending knees hold her back from balancing on the ground. It was probably meant to be placed in supine position. It belongs to the widespread 'Spedos' type. Figurines vary in height from 8cm to full size, have clear-cut outline and incised anatomical details. The nose and usually the ears are in relief. From Amorgos, Early Cycladic II, 2800-2300 BC.
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