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Statuette of a cupid riding a dolphin

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Civic Museums of Reggio Emilia

Civic Museums of Reggio Emilia
Reggio Emilia, Italy

The dolphin is swimming on a base with stylised waves on the front. Above the animal sits a naked cupid, who rides sitting backwards in relation to the dolphin's motion, twisting his torso and head in the direction of travel. His arms are outstretched, as if to balance himself; his left hand is resting on the animal's tail, while his right hand is missing. From the headdress come out locks that descend in two braids on the shoulders.

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  • Title: Statuette of a cupid riding a dolphin
  • Creator: unknown
  • Location: Musei Civici di Reggio Emilia
  • Photographer: Carlo Vannini
  • Period: Roman era
  • Type: archeological finding
  • Medium: Bronze
Civic Museums of Reggio Emilia

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