Female figure holding a flower at The British Museum, London

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Islands such as Samos or Rhodes, and Greek cities along the Asian coast, also produced terracottas from ancient times. In the archaic period, many terracotta figures were crafted in bottle form - containers for scented oil. Produced in Rhodes, Samos, or Miletus, these bottles were exported throughout the Mediterranean, reaching Italy in the west and the Black Sea shores in the north. The most elaborate terracotta figures of the Hellenistic world were created at Myrina, a small city with no significant political status between Smyrna and Pergamon. Some reflect contemporary trends in large-scale sculpture, and a few bear the names of their makers on the back. Terracottas from Hellenistic Cyprus showcase the blend of local and international influences characteristic of the island during this time. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for public access at no cost. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and want to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help. Scanned by Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan).