Bronze handle of an oinochoe (jug), early 5th century

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Bronze handle of an oinochoe (jug), Archaic, early 5th century , Greek, Bronze, maximum H. 5 9/16 in. ( cm.), Bronzes, The top of the handle is decorated with the head of a lion, the bottom with the head of a panther skin. The choice of motifs juxtaposes a living with a skinned animal. It also places the three-dimensional and two-dimensional renderings where they are most appropriate for the vase shape

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Size: 4428px × 4410px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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