A GREEK BRONZE SNAKE
A GREEK BRONZE SNAKE

ARCHAIC PERIOD, CIRCA 6TH CENTURY B.C.

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A GREEK BRONZE SNAKE
archaic period, circa 6th century b.c.
The coiled body with stippled details along its length, the rearing head with a triangular beard enhanced by incised lines, the top of the head bisected by a slightly recessed and hatched double band which splits at the back of the head, the beaded eyes with sunk lids, the mouth lightly incised
4.3/8 in (11.1 cm.) high