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Cypriot Bi-Chrome Terracotta Horse, Janus-Headed
ca. 7th century B.C.
Item Number: 927206
$6,950.00
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| Category |
Cypriotic |
| Period |
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| Material |
Terracotta |
| Dimensions |
7-1/2"H x 2"W |
| Condition |
Choice |
DescriptionExtremely rare example! Ancient Double-Headed Horse, Cypro-Arhaic period, ca. 7th century B.C. Modeled entirely by hand, terracotta horse of attenuated form with triangular legs, hooked tail; double-headed with long necks, and forward-pointing crested manes. Janus, the Roman God of openings and entryways, often is shown as a two-headed figure. The two heads are meant to show transition, particularly from the barbarian to civilization. 7-1/2"H x 2"W, choice condition.
ProvenanceEx-private Hawaii Collection, ex-Campbell Soup Collection.
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