Horse without a rider.

UnknownAround 490 BC

Acropolis Museum
Athens, Greece

The sculpture was dedicated to the sanctuary of the Acropolis, possibly on the occasion of a victory in an equestrian contest (race of 'keletes'). Marble from the island of Paros.

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Details

Title: Horse without a rider.
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: Around 490 BC
Physical Dimensions: h1130 m
Exhibition: Archaic Gallery
Type: Marble statue
Rights: Acropolis Museum Collection

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