Falasha Head Ethiopia, Aksum 400 To 700 Ad

FALASHA Head The face is elongated, the nose is linear and sculpted in relief. The eyes are modeled and represented by terracotta beads, and the mouth is drawn by a horizontal incision with hemmed lips. The characteristic headdress is incised with motifs suggesting braided plaits pulled back, extending and forming a kind of flat bun. Ethiopia, Axum, 5th - 7th century. Orange and brown terracotta. Sold with a base. Good condition with marks of time and use due to its age. Provenance: Former French private collection after inheritance. Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 8.8 cm and 9.7 cm total height with its base. A certificate of authenticity and an invoice from the Ocarina Gallery will be given to the buyer. * Shipping costs on estimate by DHL carrier with insurance.