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Fine Greek Limestone Relief Fragment w/ Serpent

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Description

Greece, Classical period, ca. 5th to early 4th century BCE. This is an astounding limestone fragment sculpted in high relief with architectural details, probably part of a cornice roof element or sarcophagus lid, surmounted by a serpent with well pronounced nose and deep-set eyes. The snake's head rests on the slab ledge as if basking, the mouth slightly open, and the bulging eyes under thick brow bones. The head, snout, and interior of the mouth have remarkable remains of original pink and black pigment to surface! Size: 12.5" L x 8.5" W (31.8 cm x 21.6 cm); 9.5" H (24.1 cm) on included custom stand.

The serpent, with its ability to change its skin, symbolized rebirth, fertility, and immortality in the Greco-Roman world. Frequently present in mythologic scenes, snakes were also linked to many deities, such as Apollo - god of healing, medicine, archery, music and poetry; Asclepius (also Asklepios) - god of medicine; and Demeter - goddess of the harvest as well as sacred law and the cycle of life and death.

Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number 74.51.2615

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private prominent D.K. collection, New York, USA, acquired in the 2000s

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Condition

Fragment of a larger piece as shown. Chip to front lower lip of snake and surface abrasions. Great remains of pink pigments!

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Fine Greek Limestone Relief Fragment w/ Serpent

Name: Fine Greek Limestone Relief Fragment w/ Serpent
SKU: 124710836
Price: 8000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $8,000 - $12,000

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