Warrior on Horseback
Artist/Culture
Greek
Date500s-400s BCE
MediumBronze
Dimensions8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineMuseum purchase from Aldolph Loewi, Los Angeles, CA
Terms
Object number1956.97
DescriptionFrom Iberia (Spain). Helmeted and bearded warrior on horseback. The rear part of the helmet's crest has broken off. On his back is a half-moon-shaped shield (pelte?). The objects in his hands are a bit hard to read: in the left hand might be one of the reins, but in the right is what looks rather like a bow. Alternatively, these could be darts such as were used by peltasts, but the helmet and horse don't seem to fit this. A votive sculpture, probably from a sanctuary.
ProvenanceMuseum purchase
On View
Not on view
350-250 BCE
