Figure

About this object

Narrative

Molnar thought the figure might have originated from 'Asia Minor'.

Physical description

Marble figure of a woman (possibly the goddess Diana/Artemis?) standing with an animal to her left side (possibly a swan?). A thick cloak is draped over her shoulder. The figure is wearing a simple headdress and veil over her hair. The facial features are well defined. The bottom of the sculpture has been carved to form a thick round base.