Limestone Dog and Hare Figurine - image 1

Archaic II

Limestone Dog and Hare Figurine

Limestone figurine of a dog catching a hare; carved and painted; the figurine stands on an integral base, with an additional central support running the length of the animal's body; traces of red paint colour on the bodies of both animals. Dimensions: Height: 8 centimetres; Length: 16 centimetres; Width: 3.80 centimetres Object Type: figurine Techniques: carved; painted

Date

600 - 400 BC

Accession No.

2012,5009.1

Collection

British Museum

Provenance

  • Found/Acquired: Cyprus