Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Fragment | Female Figurine Torso | Ptolemaic Period | Circa 200–100 BCE

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Formerly held in a private collection in Columbia, Maryland, USA. Subsequently handled by Montgomery Auction in 2024, a Columbia-based auction house serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and specializing in fine art, antiques, and estate collections.

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Terracotta fragment depicting partial female figure with upper torso and facial features, Ptolemaic Egypt, circa 200–100 BCE, showing Hellenistic-Egyptian artistic fusion and ancient patina.
Rotating 360-degree view of an ancient Ptolemaic Egyptian terracotta female figure fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, showing its preserved facial details, sculpted form, and aged patina.
Ancient Egyptian Ptolemaic terracotta fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, preserving the face and upper torso of a female figure.
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Ancient terracotta female figure fragment from Ptolemaic Egypt showing weathered facial details and aged surface patina.
Egyptian terracotta votive fragment from the 2nd century BCE, reflecting a blend of Hellenistic and Egyptian artistic traditions.
Small Ptolemaic period clay sculpture fragment depicting part of a female figure with preserved head and upper body.
Ancient Egyptian terracotta artifact circa 200–100 BCE with sculpted female features and natural archaeological wear.
  • Terracotta fragment depicting partial female figure with upper torso and facial features, Ptolemaic Egypt, circa 200–100 BCE, showing Hellenistic-Egyptian artistic fusion and ancient patina.
  • Rotating 360-degree view of an ancient Ptolemaic Egyptian terracotta female figure fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, showing its preserved facial details, sculpted form, and aged patina.
  • Ancient Egyptian Ptolemaic terracotta fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, preserving the face and upper torso of a female figure.
  • Ptolemaic Egyptian clay figurine fragment with female facial features and Hellenistic-influenced hairstyle.
  • Ancient terracotta female figure fragment from Ptolemaic Egypt showing weathered facial details and aged surface patina.
  • Egyptian terracotta votive fragment from the 2nd century BCE, reflecting a blend of Hellenistic and Egyptian artistic traditions.
  • Small Ptolemaic period clay sculpture fragment depicting part of a female figure with preserved head and upper body.
  • Ancient Egyptian terracotta artifact circa 200–100 BCE with sculpted female features and natural archaeological wear.
Terracotta fragment depicting partial female figure with upper torso and facial features, Ptolemaic Egypt, circa 200–100 BCE, showing Hellenistic-Egyptian artistic fusion and ancient patina.
Rotating 360-degree view of an ancient Ptolemaic Egyptian terracotta female figure fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, showing its preserved facial details, sculpted form, and aged patina.
Ancient Egyptian Ptolemaic terracotta fragment, circa 200–100 BCE, preserving the face and upper torso of a female figure.
Ptolemaic Egyptian clay figurine fragment with female facial features and Hellenistic-influenced hairstyle.
Ancient terracotta female figure fragment from Ptolemaic Egypt showing weathered facial details and aged surface patina.
Egyptian terracotta votive fragment from the 2nd century BCE, reflecting a blend of Hellenistic and Egyptian artistic traditions.
Small Ptolemaic period clay sculpture fragment depicting part of a female figure with preserved head and upper body.
Ancient Egyptian terracotta artifact circa 200–100 BCE with sculpted female features and natural archaeological wear.
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Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Fragment | Female Figurine Torso | Ptolemaic Period | Circa 200–100 BCE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Egypt (Ptolemaic Period)
Material: Terracotta clay
Period: Circa 200–100 BCE

Description

This ancient clay fragment from Egypt’s Ptolemaic period offers a glimpse into the artistic and cultural synthesis of the era. The fragment preserves part of a female figure with visible facial features and upper torso, suggesting it once formed part of a larger figurine or votive plaque. Its sculptural style reflects the fusion of Egyptian religious traditions with Hellenistic artistic influence characteristic of the Ptolemaic world.

Features

- Partial depiction of a female figure with preserved facial details

- Hellenistic-inspired hairstyle blended with Egyptian artistic motifs

- Terracotta composition with developed ancient patina

- Fragment from a larger figurine or votive plaque

Cultural Significance

The Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE) marked a period of significant cultural exchange in Egypt, where Greek artistic traditions merged with long-standing Egyptian religious practices. Figurines and votive plaques were commonly offered in temples or domestic shrines, often associated with fertility, protection, or prosperity. Fragments such as this illustrate the hybrid artistic language that emerged during the Ptolemaic era and provide insight into devotional practices of the period.

Condition

Well preserved fragment with weathering and patina consistent with age. Surface details remain visible, enhancing its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 2 in
Width: 2 in

Age (Approximate)

2,125–2,225 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Columbia, Maryland, USA. Subsequently handled by Montgomery Auction in 2024, a Columbia-based auction house serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and specializing in fine art, antiques, and estate collections.

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Egypt (Ptolemaic Period)
Material: Terracotta clay
Period: Circa 200–100 BCE

Description

This ancient clay fragment from Egypt’s Ptolemaic period offers a glimpse into the artistic and cultural synthesis of the era. The fragment preserves part of a female figure with visible facial features and upper torso, suggesting it once formed part of a larger figurine or votive plaque. Its sculptural style reflects the fusion of Egyptian religious traditions with Hellenistic artistic influence characteristic of the Ptolemaic world.

Features

- Partial depiction of a female figure with preserved facial details

- Hellenistic-inspired hairstyle blended with Egyptian artistic motifs

- Terracotta composition with developed ancient patina

- Fragment from a larger figurine or votive plaque

Cultural Significance

The Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE) marked a period of significant cultural exchange in Egypt, where Greek artistic traditions merged with long-standing Egyptian religious practices. Figurines and votive plaques were commonly offered in temples or domestic shrines, often associated with fertility, protection, or prosperity. Fragments such as this illustrate the hybrid artistic language that emerged during the Ptolemaic era and provide insight into devotional practices of the period.

Condition

Well preserved fragment with weathering and patina consistent with age. Surface details remain visible, enhancing its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 2 in
Width: 2 in

Age (Approximate)

2,125–2,225 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Columbia, Maryland, USA. Subsequently handled by Montgomery Auction in 2024, a Columbia-based auction house serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and specializing in fine art, antiques, and estate collections.

Learn More

Study the history of Egypt during the Ptolemaic Period

Browse our Collection of Ancient Egyptian Artifacts

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