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Erotes (Cupids) Wrestling
Erotes (Cupids) Wrestling
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Erotes (Cupids) Wrestling

Artist/Culture
Date3rd–2nd century BCE
Mediumterracotta
Dimensions10.2 x 8.9 cm (4 x 3 1/2 in.)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1905.51
DescriptionHellenistic period, terracotta uncolored. No marks. Found near Hissarlik, site of ancient Troy; Two erotes wrestling, their upper bodies interlocked. Wings spread to form decorative pattern; square vent in back.
ProvenanceFrank Calvert, Milton MA
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