Head of a Horse
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Anonym (Kategori:Romerska kejsardömet)
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1500 x 1800 Pixel (3328966 Bytes)
Beskrivning:
Originally part of a large equestrian monument, this head allows us to imagine what was a common sight for the ancient viewer: imposing public statuary that embodied the civic values of imperial Rome. Military officials were often depicted on horseback, and the rider that was represented on the monument was likely a member of the imperial family. Such statues contained large amounts of bronze, and most were melted down for reuse in weapons and other implements in later times of crisis.
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Public domain
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