Ancient Greek Terracotta - Cupid and Psyche - 3rd / 1st century BCE.

Rare terracotta composition featuring Cupid and the goddess Psyche. They are depicted in front of an altar. Cupid is seated on the altar. He holds an object in his right hand, with his arm raised. At his feet, a puppy. Psyche is depicted standing, nude, shoulders covered by a veil, leaning on the altar, Greece, Hellenistic period, 3rd / 1st century BCE. Very good condition - no restoration Dimensions : height 15.8 cm width 11.2 cm Magnificent representation of an allegory of love superbly preserved. Provenance : France, Galerie B.N.M. Previous provenance history : Nicole Drees, Brussels. Private collection acquired in Belgium in March 1985 The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki. Important information : The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are organized. (Passport for Cultural Object) The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Estimate:£2,093.97

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