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Head of a Reclining Figure of the Late Spedos Variety

Goulandris Master2500–2400 B.C.

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

This head is from a reclining figure of the Late Spedos variety. The U-shaped head has a long, rounded nose, small chin and a pronounced curvature toward the back of the head. Preserved on the surface are traces of blue paint used to define the eyes and hair as well as red dots on the cheeks and nose and a faint red line used to define the jaw.

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  • Title: Head of a Reclining Figure of the Late Spedos Variety
  • Creator: Goulandris Master
  • Date Created: 2500–2400 B.C.
  • Location Created: Cyclades, Greece
  • Physical Dimensions: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.)
  • Type: Female figure
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Marble
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 88.AA.82
  • Culture: Cycladic
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
  • Creator Display Name: Attributed to Goulandris Master (Cycladic, active 2500 - 2400 B.C.)
  • Classification: Sculpture (Visual Works)
The J. Paul Getty Museum

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