Realms Of Gold The Novel: ANIMAL MOTIFS

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Sarmatian Zoomorphic Art: Pectoral

Pectoral is a symbol of power.

This magnificent golden pectoral depicts scenes of torment with two movable extremities in the form of Rams heads with a long decorative neck. In the center of the composition there is a scene showing two griffins tearing at a bull. It lies on its stomach with its forelegs outstretched and its hind legs tucked under it.

To the left there is a scene of two lions tearing at a ram. To the left there is a mythical animal with a cat-like body poised to jump to the left.

Found near the village of Kosika.

Sarmatian TREASURES: ANIMAL MOTIFS

The Animal Style of the Hellenistic period differs from the earlier decorative approach developed by Scythian artisans whose animal designs resemble heraldic representations. As Sarmatian tribes became the masters of the steppe, the artists began to focus on scenes of struggle rather than on individual animals, bringing into their creations the dynamism and the tension of a mortal combat between predators and their victims.

Vessels with animal-shaped handles were known to many ancient cultures from China to Persia. Appearing on the artifacts of the Sarmatian period, animal-shaped handles may be interpreted as a sign of the Iranian influence. Moreover, zoomorphic handles were typical of Sarmatian culture.

Treasures of the Sarmatians: Hinged Neck Ring in the Animal Motif

Sarmatian Golden Neck Circlet

Studded with turquoise, coral and glass from the Chochlatch kurgan near Novocherkask. Katalog Nr. 88 Â

Sarmatian-1st-century-ad

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