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Astrological Disc30th Dynasty - Ptolemaic Period (332 - 31 BCE)

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Small circular terracotta disk with low-relief molded decoration showing a human figure, a horse, and geometric motifs, with two central holes and traces of red pigment
Circular ceramic disk with low-relief molded decoration depicting a central figure with radiating elements and a disk at top; two small suspension holes at center; traces of red and blue pigment on weathered pale surface.
Circular ceramic disk in cream and pale tan tones, with low-relief molded figures and two small suspension holes at center; worn surface with traces of pigment.

Unknown, Astrological Disc, 30th Dynasty - Ptolemaic Period (332 - 31 BCE), Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Jerome F. Snyder, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Title
Astrological Disc
Place Made
Egypt
Date Made
30th Dynasty - Ptolemaic Period (332 - 31 BCE)
Medium
Terracotta
Dimensions
Diameter (Diameter): 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Jerome F. Snyder
Accession Number
M.80.202.226
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
Egyptian Art