Description:

Ancient Near East, Anatolia, ca. late 2nd millennium BCE. An unusually large (about twice as large as we usually see) cast-bronze bull, a symbol of both fertility and virility in the ancient world. The slender, elongated body of the figurine stands atop four legs with stylized hooves, and a long tail draping behind. A broad snout, incised mouth, double-perforated eyes, and perforated nose create the stylized visage of this animal with a prominent pair of curved horns projecting from the top of his head. The body has developed a lovely green patina that is covered with earthen deposits. A wonderful example! Size: 5.5" L x 3.375" H (14 cm x 8.6 cm)

Provenance: private Dere collection, East Coast, USA assembled between 1970 and 2000

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  • Condition: Slight nicks to the feet. The bronze figure has developed a lovely green patina over the ages which is also covered with earthen deposits.

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August 13, 2020 8:00 AM MDT
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