A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th - 3rd Century BCE Medium - Silver Art Gallery of WA

Art Gallery of WA

particularly around the shoulder area

In 1999 Johnny contributed to the Kiwirrkura men’s painting as part of the Western Desert Dialysis Appeal

possibly as part of a domestic shrine or votive setting

A Greek Terracotta Warrior on Horse, Canosa, circa 4th - 3rd Century BCE Medium - Silver Art Gallery of WAThe rider wearing a Thracian helmet with cheek pieces, short pleated tunic attached at the shoulder with straps and buskins, and secured at the waist with a belt, his right arm raised to hold a now missing weapon, the left by his side. He sits astride a separately modeled horse, with elaborate disc decorated bridle, the forelegs raised with upright rippling mane and attached flowing tail, creating a wonderful sense of movement. Condition: Complete