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Statuette of a Horse

750–725 BCE

Greek, Geometric, probably Arcadian

Medium
bronze
Measurements
Overall: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Dr. Leo Mildenberg in memory of John D. Cooney 1991.49
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Location
102B Greek
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Horses were among the most frequently depicted creatures in the Greek Geometric period.

Description

A small but powerful status symbol, this solid-cast horse may have served as a dedication in a Greek religious sanctuary. The long tail helps to steady the figurine for standing, but the perforated base also suggests suspension, perhaps from a tree or sanctuary structure. With their balanced proportions and radically stylized silhouettes, such horses epitomize the clarity of Greek Geometric design.
A stylized bronze horse with a mottled green patina stands atop a rectangular lattice base. Its tapered neck curves upward into a pointed head, while a thin body connects to spindly legs. A slender tail descends to meet the grid. The matte surface transitions between shades of oxidized green and dark gray, emphasizing the figure's minimalist silhouette and sharp, clean edges against the neutral background.

Statuette of a Horse

750–725 BCE

Greek, Geometric, probably Arcadian

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