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Ancient Greek Tanagra Figurines
Educational Project
Introduction
From philosophy to figurines, Dr. Alexander Mirtchev has long been passionate about the Ancient Greek world. It is this passion that prompted him to tell the story of Tanagra statuettes, bringing the world of these Hellenistic terracotta ladies to modern life. This educational project explores their history, purpose, mythology, craftsmanship, and most importantly their grace and eternal beauty. A beauty created more than 23 centuries ago.
The Sophisticated Ladies from the City of Tanagra
Tanagra figurines are small terracotta figures dating primarily from 300 to 50 B.C. “Tanagras” are a specific style of Hellenistic figurines originally crafted in Athens, but later produced in Tanagra. They are well-dressed, with a majority wrapped in thin himations (cloaks), and sometimes wearing broad-brimmed hats and holding mirrors, wreaths or fans. They were made in a variety of poses, both sitting and standing. Overall, they reflect a sense of charm and fashion.
