Archaic II

Terracotta Wheeled Quadruped

Cypriot terracotta model of a wheeled quadruped, probably a horse or centaur (head missing). Handmade body with pierced holes for axles of wheels on base. Traces of yellow paint around waist and on tail. Cream/buff colour fabric with fine black and red (grog?) inclusions. Dimensions: Height: 8.30 centimetres; Length: 13.90 centimetres; Width: 4.30 centimetres Object Type: figure; toy Techniques: painted; handmade; pierced Condition: fair (incomplete -head missing)