Vestale

Artist Nino Caruso (Italian, 1928-)

OriginTodi, Perugia, Italy

Datec.1998

MediumTerracotta

DimensionsOverall: 59.8 x 31.8 x 30.5 cm (23 9/16 x 12 1/2 x 12 in.)

MarkingsIntials 'NC' and '1998' near base on rear of figure

DescriptionA terra cotta sculpture based on the vestal virgin, the Roman goddess of hearth and home, who has taken a vow of chastity.

Credit LinePurchased with a gift from Helen E. Gardiner

Object numberG05.9.1

Classifications

Modern and Contemporary Ceramics

Sub-classification

Italian

Collections

Status

Not on view

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