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Fragmentary Figure of a Reclining Bearded Man

Fragmentary Figure of a Reclining Bearded Man

5th century B.C.
Fragmentary statuette (head and upper body) of a reclining bearded male banqueter, who holds a cup in his left hand. The figure leans on the armrest of a kline (banqueting couch), which extends below as a long projecting shaft. The surface is considerably worn.
Date
5th century B.C.
Culture
Greek (South Italian, Tarantine)
Dimensions
H: 17.50 cm
Museum
J. Paul Getty Museum
Accession Number
75.AD.37
Image Source
getty_cc0
Images courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (CC0)