Lead ornament in the form of a branch. Culture: Greek, Laconian. Dimensions: Height: 1 3/8 in. (3.4 cm). Date: 6th-5th century B.C.. Small flat votive figurines of cast lead have been found in great quantities at the ancient sanctuaries of Laconia; over one hundred thousand, dating from the seventh century B.C. to the Classical period, were dedicated to the goddess Artemis Orthia in Sparta. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Lead ornament in the form of a branch. Culture: Greek, Laconian. Dimensions: Height: 1 3/8 in. (3.4 cm). Date: 6th-5th century B.C..  Small flat votive figurines of cast lead have been found in great quantities at the ancient sanctuaries of Laconia; over one hundred thousand, dating from the seventh century B.C. to the Classical period, were dedicated to the goddess Artemis Orthia in Sparta. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA. Stock Photo
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3150 x 4200 px | 26.7 x 35.6 cm | 10.5 x 14 inches | 300dpi

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