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A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th-3rd Century BCE

A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th-3rd Century BCE

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The rider wearing a Thracian helmet with cheek pieces, short pleated tunic attached at the shoulder with straps and buskins, and secured at the waist with a belt, his right arm raised to hold a now-missing weapon, the left by his side.  He sits astride a separately modeled horse, with elaborate disc decorated bridle, the forelegs raised with upright rippling mane and attached flowing tail, creating a wonderful sense of movement.

Condition: Complete 
with extensive white slip, pink, and blue pigment remaining, overall in very good condition.

Dimensions: Height: 10 7/8 in (27.5 cm), Length: 11 1/4 inches (28.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex collection of Patrick Olivier Picourt, Aris, acquired in the 1980s; Mme. S., Paris.

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