Winged-horses of Tarquinia, Ancient terracotta sculpture in National Archaeological Museum of Tarquinia, Italy
The terracotta sculpture measures 124 centimeters in height and 114 centimeters in width, depicting two horses with wings in a prancing position.
In 1938, archaeologist Pietro Romanelli discovered the sculpture broken into more than 100 pieces during excavations at the Civita site of Tarquinia.
The sculpture decorated the temple Ara della Regina, representing horses pulling a chariot with a deity, following Etruscan architectural traditions.
The National Archaeological Museum of Tarquinia displays this sculpture alongside numerous artifacts that demonstrate Etruscan craftsmanship and artistic techniques.
The horses emerge from the panel in a gradual progression from relief to full sculpture, with detailed wings and heads showcasing advanced sculpting methods.
Inception: 4 century BCE
Height: 124 cm
Length: 114 cm
Made from material: terracotta
GPS coordinates: 42.24917,11.75611
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:27
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