The stylized animal stands foursquare, with erect neck and an alert expression. The front of the body decorated with a diaper pattern of incised parallel lines. The head with incised vertical almond shaped eyes and small ears is crowned by tall curving horns.
Persian. 1st Millennium BC
Height: 11.5 cm
Provenance. private collection France, acquired 1950-1970
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