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Pendant: Standing Female Figure (Kore)

600–500 B.C.

This pendant is carved in the shape of a standing female figure (kore), who wears a belted chiton, a veil and crown, and jewelry. With her left leg slightly advanced, she holds her skirt with both hands, pulling it slightly to the left. The presence of a crown may identify the female as a goddess. Missing are her lower right arm, lower hem and feet, and the top of the head.

Date

600–500 B.C.

Culture

Etruscan or South Italian

Medium

Amber

Museum

J. Paul Getty Museum

Accession Number

76.AO.77

Image Source

getty_cc0

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