Rython of the pugilists. 24 cm.

Description

High quality reproduction of Rython made of reconstituted marble (marble powder with resin).

The finish is made with a lightly aged natural earth, which gives the figure a singular beauty and texture very similar to an antique piece.

Measurements: Height: 24 cm.  Width: 8 cm.

Rython of the pugilists. 16th century BC.

Rython is the ancient Greek word for a vessel for ritual libations. These vessels are characterised by a wide mouth at the top and a small cone-shaped hole at the end of the body. This well-preserved piece from Minoan culture depicts scenes of combat between pugilists and also the amazing bull-jumping performed by young Cretan men. The original of this piece is in the Museum of Heraklion in Crete.