Bronze Bull Figure - image 1

Archaic II

Bronze Bull Figure

Small cast bronze figure of bull with thin concave abdomen, short legs and schematic anatomical details; tail hanging along the left leg; genitals portrayed; short, stubby snout; short or broken away horns; prominent swelling on nape of neck; metal very corroded. Dimensions: Height: 3.30 centimetres; Length: 4.70 centimetres max. ; Weight: 49.90 grammes Object Type: figure Techniques: cast

Date

600 - 500 BC

Accession No.

1896,0201.162

Collection

British Museum

Provenance

  • Kourion