Antefix in the Shape of a Mask of Silenos by Unknown artist | saved.works

Antefix in the Shape of a Mask of Silenos by Unknown artist

Antefix in the Shape of a Mask of Silenos

c. 470-460 BCE

Terracotta with traces of paint

Harvard Art Museums

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A terracotta antefix depicts a mask of Silenos with a weathered, aged face, prominent nose, and open mouth. Traces of paint are visible on the surface.

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mask terracotta frontal view symmetrical balance silenos face sculpture architectural element earth tones brown black beige

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