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Loom weight with Two Confronting Heads

3rd–2nd century B.C.

Hemispherical loom weight with two holes. On the front, two heads. Given the surface condition, details are hard to determine, but the figures appear to have drapery around their necks, and they may also be kissing.
The loom weight is made from beige clay, with small mica inclusions, and has a white-beige slip.

Date

3rd–2nd century B.C.

Culture

Greek (South Italian)

Dimensions

H: 6.00 cm

Museum

J. Paul Getty Museum

Accession Number

73.AD.10.I.7

Image Source

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