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Handle with the Head of a Goddess (Demeter or Cybele)

Date

early 3rd century A.D.

Medium

Bronze with silver

Culture

Gallo-Roman

Department

Implements

Institution

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The handle is decorated with the figure of Demeter or Cybele wearing an elaborate pointed crown. She is flanked by lions and Attis heads from which hang stylized grape clusters. The bronze has traces of silver on the surface and silver inlay is preserved in the eyes.

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