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Canvas Print : Kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel, c. 3000 BC (silver)
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Kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel, c. 3000 BC (silver)
3493076 Kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel, c.3000 BC (silver) by Proto-Elamite (c.3200-2700 BC); 16.3 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Purpose unclear but may have been buried as part of a ritual or ceremony); Iranian, out of copyright
Media ID 23136072
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Hooves Horned Incised Iran Patterned Persia Silver Millenium
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the ancient world into your modern home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image showcases a Proto-Elamite masterpiece, featuring a kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel from around 3000 BC. Meticulously captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, this silver artwork, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is now available in a high-quality, vibrant canvas print. Perfect for adding a touch of history and sophistication to any room in your home.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient art, the "Kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel" dating back to around 3000 BC. Created during the Proto-Elamite period in Iran, this silver sculpture stands at an impressive height of 16.3 centimeters and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The purpose behind this intriguing artifact remains somewhat enigmatic, although it is believed to have been buried as part of a ritual or ceremony. The detailed craftsmanship and intricate design suggest its significance within ancient Iranian culture. The image captures the bull in a kneeling position, with its hooves firmly planted on the ground. Its horned head proudly holds a spouted vessel, showcasing both strength and elegance simultaneously. The artist's skillful engraving work can be observed through the ornate patterns adorning the surface of this magnificent sculpture. As we gaze upon this millennia-old artwork, we are transported back to an era where metalwork was highly valued for its decorative purposes. This extraordinary piece serves as a testament to human creativity and artistic expression throughout history. Through this photograph from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are granted access to admire and appreciate one small fragment of our rich cultural heritage that has stood the test of time.
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