Head of Panther

Medium: Granite (?)

Geograhical Locations:

• Egypt

Dates:1st–3rd century C.E.

Dimensions: 14 15/16 x 8 7/16 in. (38 x 21.5 cm)

Collections:

• Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Accession Number: 41.468

Image: CUR.41.468_view01.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Speckled gray stone head of an animal, perhaps a panther, with a long neck. Head twisted to one side, mouth open and snarling. Grapevine with remains of leaves encircles neck, suggesting it was part of a large group showing Bacchus driving a chariot. Condition: Good. Details missing from mouth. Minor chips, especially on ears and at base.

Brooklyn Museum