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LOT 28:
Greek ring depicting a cornucopia
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Prix de départ:
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120
Prix estimé :
€180 - €220
Commission de la maison de ventes: 8%
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Greek ring depicting a cornucopia
ITEM: Ring depicting a cornucopia
MATERIAL: Bronze
CULTURE: Greek, Hellenistic period
PERIOD: 3rd - 1st Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 25 mm x 22 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex Austrian private collection, acquired between 1980 - 1990
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
The Greek cornucopia, also known as the "horn of plenty, " is a symbol of abundance and nourishment, originating from ancient Greek mythology. The cornucopia is typically depicted as a large, curved goat's horn overflowing with fruits, flowers, grains, and other bountiful produce, representing the prosperity and wealth of nature. According to myth, the cornucopia is associated with the nymph Amalthea, who nourished the infant Zeus with milk from her horn. In gratitude, Zeus endowed the horn with the magical ability to provide an endless supply of food and drink, transforming it into a symbol of unending abundance.
In Greek art and culture, the cornucopia appears frequently in various contexts, symbolizing fertility, prosperity, and the blessings of the gods. It is commonly found in depictions of deities associated with agriculture, harvest, and abundance, such as Demeter, the goddess of the harvest, and Dionysus, the god of wine and festivity. The cornucopia also appears in representations of Tyche, the goddess of fortune, emphasizing her role in bestowing prosperity and good fortune upon individuals and cities. In these artistic depictions, the cornucopia serves as a visual shorthand for the themes of wealth, nourishment, and divine favor.
During the Hellenistic period (c. 323-31 BCE), the cornucopia became a prevalent motif in both public and private art, reflecting the era's emphasis on wealth and opulence. It was commonly featured in mosaics, frescoes, coins, and sculptures, often as part of decorative schemes in homes and public buildings. The cornucopia's symbolism extended beyond its agricultural roots to encompass general themes of wealth and abundance in various aspects of life.
| Measurement: | 2.2 x 2.5 cm |
