Figurine of a Goddess (possibly Aphrodite) or a Woman, Leaning on an Ionic Column

Boeotian 3rd Century B.C.

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing female figure draped in a long flowing garment. The texture is slightly rough, with remnants of a pale white and beige finish. The material seems to be terracotta, showing signs of wear and age. The figure has a classical pose with one hand on her hip and the other potentially interacting with an unseen object. The head is proportional to the body, displaying delicate facial features. Some details on the head are reduced due to wear. The sculpture is mounted on a rectangular base.