Limestone votive relief with a “master of lions”

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2nd half of the 6th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

Above a flat band serving as a ground line, a long-haired nude figure in right profile is sculpted in low relief. Holding them against his body, he chokes two wild animals, each standing on one of its hind legs while the other leg pushes against the hero.

Artist

Unknown

Date

2nd half of the 6th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76