Head of a bearded man wearing a pointed cap, perhaps a so-called Persian rider, 525–332 BC

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Head of a bearded man wearing a pointed cap, perhaps a so-called Persian rider, Late Period, 525–332 BC, From Egypt, Faience, H. × W. × D. cm (1 3/4× 7/8 × 5/8 in.), The face is related to those of terracotta figures known as 'Persian riders.' These figures of elite horsemen in their riding costume and on horseback were widespread in the Persian Period

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Size: 3467px × 5200px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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