A Roman Limestone Fragment of a Horse Head, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Vessels - Varia This archaic motif is based

This archaic motif is based upon the powerful birds of prey (eagles

representing the divine structure of the universe and the king's role in maintaining harmony between heaven and earth

Almost all cast objects required polishing on their edges and interiors to smooth the imperfections caused by the manufacturing process

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Catalogue Tome VII: Les Bijoux et les Pierres Gravées

A Roman Limestone Fragment of a Horse Head, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Vessels - Varia This archaic motif is basedThis finely carved fragment depicts the head of a horse in raised relief, likely from a larger funerary monument, possibly a sarcophagus. The sculptor has achieved a notable degree of naturalism within a compact format, emphasizing the animal's vitality through carefully articulated features. The wavy mane is indicated with rhythmic, shallow carving, while the eyes are deeply set and alert, lending an expressive intensity to the fragment. The flared