Greek Terracotta Mask of a Satyr
6th-5th century B.C. A terracotta head of a satyr (probably Silenus) with furrowed brow, prominent moustache and crescent beard; traces of pigment to the surface; mounted on a custom-made display stand. Cf. similar item in the British Museum, London, under accession number 86.418. 80 grams total, 66 mm high including stand (2 5/8 in.). with Hotel Drouot, Succession of Former collection Colonel W. Mutiaux, Paris, 5 September 1952, lot 66.Ex collection of Eugène Muriaux (1846-1925?).From the collection M.W., Paris, France, 1950-1970.Ex collection of Françoise and Claude Bourelier. [For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price]
Price realized | 240 GBP |
Starting price | 220 GBP |
Estimate | 350 GBP |