A Greek terracotta theatrical dwarf figure
Hellenistic Period, circa 3rd-2nd Century B.C.
Standing on an oval integral base, depicted nude but for a mantle over his shoulders, draped across his rounded belly, exposing his phallus and buttocks, with an enlarged balding head and thick curled beard, his face wrinkled, with small eyes, snub nose and thick lips, remains of blue, pink and white pigment, 8.3cm 注脚Provenance:
Embiricos collection, London, acquired in late 1950s-1960s.
Anonymous sale; Christie's, London, 25 April 2001, lot 241.