Limestone head of a deer

Unknown

late 6th or early 5th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The small head of a deer has laid back ears painted red and horns visible on the head. The glottis forms a projection. There are traces of red paint on the eyes and muzzle.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 6th or early 5th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76