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Lintel frieze with heads and horses (stone)
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Lintel frieze with heads and horses (stone)
XIR386285 Lintel frieze with heads and horses (stone) by Gaulish; Musee Archeologique, Nimes, France; (add.info.: Fragment de linteau avec frise en relief de tetes et de chevaux; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12871344
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient Gaulish artistry - a lintel frieze adorned with intricately carved heads and horses. The stone sculpture, now housed in the Musee Archeologique in Nimes, France, offers a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of this region. The fragment of the lintel features an exquisite relief depicting a procession of majestic horse heads alongside human faces. Each detail is meticulously crafted, displaying the skill and craftsmanship of its Gaulish creators. The interplay between these two elements - equine strength and human expression - evokes a sense of harmony and unity. As we admire this artwork frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when such sculptures held great significance within their cultural context. They were not merely decorative pieces but served as symbols representing power, nobility, or perhaps even religious beliefs. Through this photograph from Fine Art Finder by www. bridgemanimages. com, we can appreciate both the beauty and historical value that lies within this fragmentary sculpture. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by our ancestors and invites us to reflect on our own connection to art throughout history.
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