A LIMESTONE FUNERARY PORTRAIT
A LIMESTONE FUNERARY PORTRAIT

LATE PERIOD, DYNASTY XXVI-XXX, 664-343 B.C.

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A LIMESTONE FUNERARY PORTRAIT
late period, dynasty xxvi-xxx, 664-343 b.c.
From an anthropoid sarcophagus, the face characterized by almond-shaped eyes with the edges, brows, and cosmetic lines delineated in relief, with full cheeks and a round chin, the corners of the mouth drilled, surmounted by the remains of a tripartite wig
8 in. (22.2 cm.) high

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