Sow Figurine

1929.02.0002

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification	Sow Figurine (1929.02.0002)
Classification/ Nomenclature	Communication Artifacts : Art : N/A
Artist/Maker	Unknown
Geographic Location	Europe, West : Greece
Period	Roman Empire
Date	146 BCE – 395 CE
Culture	Greco– Roman

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Width)	4.6 cm
Dimension 2 (Height)	3.1 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth)	1.3 cm
Weight	49 g
Measuring Remarks	Under Review
Materials	Metal--Bronze
Manufacturing Processes	Cast

Research Remarks

Description	Hellenistic Bronzes Small bronze figures of animals became popular in the decoration of Hellenistic houses. They often focus on aspects not seen in earlier Greek bronze animals, which were primarily made for dedication at sanctuaries. Here a sow crouches in a thicket, and a ewe turns her head inquisitively. 3rd-1st c. B.C.
Published Description	Under Review
Bibliography	Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication	Classical Museum Purchase
Reproduction	No

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