Fragment of a terracotta plaque
Unknown Artist
late 5th century BCE
Medium
Terracotta
Dimensions
3 1/8 in. x 2 1/2 in. (7.9 cm x 6.3 cm)
Classification
Terracottas
Culture & Period
Greek · Classical
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of the Archaeological Institute of America, 1953
Accession Number
53.5.42
Tags
Art Historical Context
This delicate fragment of a terracotta, dating to the late 5th century BCE, offers a glimpse into the vibrant of Classical Greek art. just 3 18 x 2 1/2, it captures the feet of dancing women, their dynamic poses suggesting rhythmic movement and communal celebration. Crafted from terracotta—fired clay that was both durable and accessible—this small plaque exemplifies the everyday artistry of ancient Greece, where such objects adorned homes, shrines, or public spaces. In the Classical period, terracotta plaques like this were often mass-produced using molds, allowing intricate details like the ...