A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th - 3rd Century BCE Gods & Goddesses acquired prior to 1958

acquired prior to 1958

the women row on

The pugio ceased to be issued at the end of the 1st century

a keyhole-shaped opening that allowed the vessel to be suspended from a hook or peg

Museum of Contemporary Aboriginal Art Museum

A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th - 3rd Century BCE Gods & Goddesses acquired prior to 1958The rider wearing a Thracian helmet with cheek pieces, short pleated tunic attached at the shoulder with straps and buskins, and secured at the waist with a belt, his right arm raised to hold a now missing weapon, the left by his side. He sits astride a separately modeled horse, with elaborate disc decorated bridle, the forelegs raised with upright rippling mane and attached flowing tail, creating a wonderful sense of movement. Condition: Complete