*AN EXCEPTIONAL ETRUSCAN TERRACOTTA HEAD OF A YOUNG WOMAN. 6th-5th century BCE H. 19,5 cm Provenance Formerly, private collection, M.P., France, acquired before 1970 Swiss private collection acquired in 2008 With T.L test from ARCHEOLAB TL, in 2008 The head presented front face is characterized by a elongated oval face with archaic features modeled with great finesse; large almond-shape eyes framed by thick lids, eyebrows in relief, proeminent straightnose and beautiful semi opened lips. The short front is framed by a large band of hair depicted by wavy incisions and surmounted by a veil that goes behind the head letting the pointed ears visible. Restoration on the back. Beautiful conservation. The archaic imprint of the physiognomy, along with the hieratic aspect, is characteristic of Etruscan productions from the 8th to the 6th century BCE, where Greek influence is notably present (cf. Greek protome of a woman, Louvre Museum, inv.A 407). For Swiss buyers, VAT applies to the hammer price and buyer's premium (only for the lots with the * mention)