Items Similar to Greek figurine of a little Eros riding on a dolphin, holding a lyre
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 7
Greek figurine of a little Eros riding on a dolphin, holding a lyre
About the Item
ITEM: Figurine of a little Eros riding on a dolphin, holding a lyre with remains of polychromy
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Greek
PERIOD: 4th – 3rd Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 145 mm x 140 mm x 65 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex American private collection, acquired before 2000s
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export license (If you live outside the European Union, We will have to apply for an export licence for your country and shipping will take 3 to 5 weeks.)
The depiction of Eros riding on a dolphin while holding a lyre is a classical motif from ancient Greek art that symbolizes the association of love, music, and the sea. Eros, the Greek god of love and desire, is often portrayed in various forms, and the image of him riding a dolphin is a representation of his playful and mischievous nature. The dolphin, a creature associated with the sea, was considered sacred to the goddess Aphrodite, who is closely linked to Eros in Greek mythology. This imagery not only emphasizes Eros’s connection to the watery realms but also underscores the harmonious and poetic aspects of love.
The inclusion of the lyre in Eros’s hands adds another layer of meaning to the composition. The lyre, a stringed musical instrument, was associated with Apollo, the god of music and arts. The combination of Eros with the lyre suggests a fusion of love and artistic expression, highlighting the transformative and inspiring power of love in the realm of creativity. This motif can be found in various forms of Greek art, including sculptures, pottery, and frescoes, reflecting the cultural significance of these themes in the classical period and their enduring influence on Western artistic traditions.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
- Style:Classical Greek (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:4th - 3rd Century B.C
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:EL CAMPELLO, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7382237481982
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 2011
1stDibs seller since 2022
8 sales on 1stDibs
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: El Campello, Spain
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 60 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Greek headLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Head MATERIAL: Marble CULTURE: Greek, Hellenistic period PERIOD: 3rd – 1st Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 55 mm x 38 mm x 44 mm CONDITION: Good condition. Includes stand PROVENANCE: E...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities
MaterialsMarble
- Greek headLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Head MATERIAL: Marble CULTURE: Greek, Hellenistic period PERIOD: 3rd – 1st Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 55 mm x 47 mm x 47 mm CONDITION: Good condition. Includes stand PROVENANCE: E...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities
MaterialsMarble
- Greek kylixLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Kylix MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek, Apulian PERIOD: 4th Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 56 mm x 165 mm x 115 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex Belgian private collection,...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities
MaterialsPottery
- Roman statuette of Eros-HarpocratesLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Statuette of Eros-Harpocrates MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Roman PERIOD: 1st Century B.C – 1st Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 82 mm x 31 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex Ameri...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antiquities
MaterialsBronze
- Greek mastoid bowlLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Mastoid bowl MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek, Hellenistic Period PERIOD: 3rd – 1st Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 90 mm x 140 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex German priva...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities
MaterialsPottery
- Greek cylindrical beakerLocated in EL CAMPELLO, ESITEM: Cylindrical beaker MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek, Hellenistic Period PERIOD: 3rd – 1st Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 75 mm x 76 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex German ...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities
MaterialsPottery
You May Also Like
- 20th Century, A Pair of Burmese Wooden DolphinsLocated in Sampantawong, THA pair of Burmese wooden dolphins. Age: Burma, 20th century Size: Height 21.5 C.M., Width 9 C.M., Length 17.3 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall. ...Category
20th Century Burmese Antiquities
MaterialsWood
- Bronze Model of a Heron Maiden Holding a Fish Basket Japanese, Meiji PeriodLocated in West Palm Beach, FLA bronze Model of a Heron Maiden holding a fish basket Japanese, Meiji Period late 19th century realistically rendered, all finely patinated, Signed Height 18.87 in. (46 cm.)Category
Antique 19th Century Antiquities
MaterialsBronze
- Set of Four Egyptian Antiquities, Pair of Sarcophagus Faience & Two FigurinesLocated in New York, NYThis captivating authentic Egyptian Faience set was realized in ancient Egypt circa 3100 BCE. It offers two sarcophagus figurines- suggestive of miniature versions of King Tut's tomb- hand finished in a beautiful turquoise hue (a glaze created by pulverizing the stone into pigment). Additionally, the set features two figurines (one representative of the Egyptian god Anubis), and the other seemingly a depiction of one of the ruler's as a young child also in a turquoise glaze atop volumetric rhombus plinths with tapered sides in a refined terra cotta hue. Full of historical importance (and stunning as stand alone objects) this collection of Egyptian antiquities...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsFaience
- 18th Century, Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Figure of Lady Holding LotusLocated in Sampantawong, THAntique Burmese wooden seated figure of lady holding lotus. Age: Burma, 18th Century Size: Height 55.4 C.M. / Width 18.5 C.M. / Depth 16.5 C.M. Condition: Some expected degradation ...Category
Antique 18th Century Burmese Antiquities
MaterialsWood
- Early 20th Century, A Set of Burmese Bronze Sportsman FigurinesLocated in Sampantawong, THA set of Burmese bronze sportsman figurines with stand. Age: Burma, Colonial, Early 20th Century Size: Height 13.7 - 22 C.M. / Width 5.1 - 10.7 C.M. Size including stand: Height 15 ...Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Antiquities
MaterialsBronze
- Early 20th Century, a Pair of Burmese Wooden Male and Female FigurinesLocated in Sampantawong, THA pair of Burmese wooden male and female figurines. Age: Burma, early 20th century Size: Height 31 - 32.4 C.M. / Width 10.1 - 10.4 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall (some expec...Category
Early 20th Century Burmese Antiquities
MaterialsWood
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Han Dynasty Jade
Korean Antique Utensils
Vietnam Champa
Mara Vijaya
Constellation Statue
Han Dynasty Head
Hand Carved Light
Solid Wood Bedroom
French Art Deco Metal
Contemporary Bedroom Set
Purple Silver
Designer End Chairs
Grace Dines
Large Floor Art
German Glass Modern Chandelier
Mid Century Modern Art Black And White
Frame Plated Gold
Bakelite Bakelite