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Unknown Maker, Greek

Ram

Maker

Unknown Maker, Greek

Culture

Greek

Title

Ram

Period

Geometric

Year

700s BCE

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Materials

bronze

Geography

Norther Greek, late Geometric period

Dimensions

Height: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Celia Robinson Stillwell

Object Number

84.065

Type

Exhibition History

Ancient Greek and Roman Galleries
Sep 22, 2010

Label copy

The stylized silhouette of this figurine suggests a ram, although it omits the details of fleece, eyes, or hooves. Only the most necessary features have been included. The horns, though not following the curve found in nature, follow the muzzle in an arc that lends grace to the piece. This streamlined, simple form is a hallmark of the Geometric period, known for its geometrically patterned pottery as well s abstract human and animal statuettes. This diminutive sculpture was most likely left as an offering to a divinity.

New Works from the Ancient World
May 23, 1986 – Aug 30, 1986

Image use

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Public Domain This object is in the Public Domain and available under a CC0 1.0 Universal (CC0 1.0) Public Domain Dedication

Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Greek
Ram, 700s BCE
Bronze
Height: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 inches)
Gift of Mrs. Celia Robinson Stillwell 84.065

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