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Votive Figurine of a Warrior

Votive Figurine of a Warrior

Greek

Flat lead figurine of a pointy-nosed warrior with crested helmet and shield walking to the right. The shield, decorated with a radiating pattern, was supposed to be round and would have covered the warrior's upper body. However, it is only partly present, making it appear as if he had a very long neck. The missing parts may have broken off or may have been absent all along, due to faulty casting. The plain back of the figurine suggests that it was cast in a one-sided mold. The head was broken off and glued back on; there are cracks in the area of the knees.

Lead

Archaic period

Sculpture