Cypro-Archaic Terracotta Horse Figurine Fragment dagger complemented by its upright ears

complemented by its upright ears and detailed body

is often shown emerging triumphantly from a turtle shell

The bowl's form and decoration reflect the highly developed craftsmanship of the Nariño people

ancestral spirits

Cypro-Archaic Terracotta Horse Figurine Fragment dagger complemented by its upright earsCypro Archaic Period I II, c. 700475 BC, Kourion, Republic of Cyprus This exquisite terracotta horse figurine fragment represents the artistry and symbolic importance of votive offerings during the Cypro Archaic period of Iron Age Cyprus. Hand modeled with an abstract and stylized form, the horse showcases a protruding top knot, a stylized mane, and a short muzzle. The elongated body and outstretched legs suggest a galloping motion, capturing the