Cauldron
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Description
Location of detection: AE of ARMHLL, Miyaly kurgans, 2017.
Dating: 3rd century BC - 2nd century AD.
A spherical cauldron with an outward-curved rim, set on a truncated conical base. Four vertical loop-shaped handles are positioned around the body, cast in the form of animals. Two are stylized horse figures, facing inward toward the cauldron, with carefully detailed ears, manes, and tails. The other two are stylized saiga figures, recognizable by their convex foreheads and short tails.
Dimensions: height 23 cm; rim diameter 19 cm; body diameter 27 cm; base height 7 cm; base diameter 6 cm.
Material:
Bronze
Technique:
Casting
Condition
Both figures on the handles show damage: the heads and tails are partially missing