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Wolf-Head Barge Fixture
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This snarling wolf head is closely similar to others that were attached to a luxurious pleasure barge moored on Lake Nemi, near Rome. The ship was designed as a floating platform for elaborate parties, and included impressive bronze fittings to ornament the wooden structure. Beam ends were capped with lion, panther, and wolf heads, each with a large bronze ring between its teeth.
| Artist / Maker | Italy, Rome |
|---|---|
| Date | 1–100 CE |
| Culture / Origin | Italy, Rome |
| Medium | bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 21.9 x 16.8 cm (8 5/8 x 6 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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