Greek antefix in terracotta, Akrokeramo, neoclassical architectural decoration, late 19th century.

Ancient decorative architectural element in terracotta, of the antefix / akrokeramo type, of Greek origin, representing a stylised face framed by a radiating decoration reminiscent of the palmette or anthemion. The piece exhibits a remarkable sculptural quality. The face, with deliberately schematic and expressive features, is integrated into a particularly decorative fan-shaped composition. The deeply hollow reverse and visible traces of shaping on the inside testify to the design of this object as an architectural element produced within the framework of neoclassical architecture.