Bronze torch-holder, Classical, late 5th century , Etruscan, Bronze, Other: 10 13/16 in. ( cm), Bronzes

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Bronze torch-holder, Classical, late 5th century , Etruscan, Bronze, Other: 10 13/16 in. ( cm), Bronzes, Numerous examples of such objects have been found in tombs of Etruscan warriors, and scholars have debated their function. Most thought that they were hooks for retrieving meat from cooking vessels. But the engraved mirror, 96

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