Figurines Data

ID	687
Images
Grid Ref	TM1293
Project type	Metal detector
County	Norfolk
Site	Bunwell
Site Type	Unknown
Location Type	Unknown
Context	Unknown
Context Quality	1
Site Date	C2-4?
Object Period	0
Material	Bronze
Secondary Material	Enamelled stamps
Location	Norwich Castle Museum
Ref No	NWHCM 1985.378.147
Form	Figurine
Type	Animal
Name	Horse
Bearded	No
Standing/Seated	Standing
Clothed	No
Drapery	No
Condition	Legs broken, slightly worn
Classical	0
Quality	Stylised 1
Photo	Yes
Illustration	Yes
Height	37.00
Length	40.00
References	Gregory 1986, 330-1, fig 1 [Link to Bibliography]
Description	The modelling of the body is realistic but subdued, with the general outline of the main muscle masses clearly shown. Other details, such as the eyes and nostrils have either been omitted or shown by linear decoration after casting; thus the mane is indicated by small crescentic stamps and the hair of the tail is incised. Between the ears is the crista, a ceremonial top-knot which is commonly seen on the great ornamental equine depictions (Gregory)