Etruscan statue of a woman

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This statue clearly originated from the early Etruscan period, evident in its incorporation of elements from minor Asia - a region from which the Etruscan people migrated at the start of the 8th century - and a noticeable lack of Greek influences. The Etruscans were a culturally vibrant civilization that thrived in what is now Italy before the rise of the Romans. Their artistic legacy can be seen as a bridge between Greek and Roman art, reflecting their significant exposure to the former and their subsequent impact on the latter.