Hellenistic Terracotta Figurine of a Standing Woman peatbog Miniature vessels like these once

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Hellenistic Terracotta Figurine of a Standing Woman peatbog Miniature vessels like these onceHellenistic Period, c. 200 BC, possibly Boeotia, Greece A magnificent and finely moulded terracotta figurine of an elegantly dressed woman, exemplifying the refinement of Hellenistic artistry. She is shown standing in contrapposto, her weight shifted gracefully onto her left leg, the pose lending a naturalistic sense of balance and poise. Draped in a long himation that cascades over her legs and feet, the folds of the garment gather in her lap where