Roman Terracotta Figure - Playful Cherubs

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A hollow-molded terracotta figure of two cherubs shown in playful combat atop an integral rectangular plinth. Both nude figures have chubby legs and arms, child-like faces with curly coiffures, and plumed wings spread out along the verso. One figure gently grabs the other around the waist, and the figure in the foreground grasps the tightly-bound arms. Traces of original white, orange, and green pigment are visible within some recessed areas and indicate that this figure was at one time decorated with vivid pigment. Size: 2.625" W x 4" H (6.7 cm x 10.2 cm).

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-Gorny & Mosch

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Condition Report: Small losses to outer areas of wings. Minor nicks and abrasions to base, bodies, and heads, with softening to some finer details, and fading to original pigmentation. Light earthen deposits throughout. Old inventory label on verso.