Horse with Rider, bronze, Dioskuren, Zeus Dodonaios, Dodona museum replica, 14 cm, 0,8 kg
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Original illustration, in the
National Archaeological Museum in Athens
A bronze depiction of horse and rider from the Zeus shrine in Dodona, Epirus.
This statuette was probably donated by a winner in a contest at the Zeus shrine in Dodona (Zeus Dodonaios). It is dated 575-550 BC.
Because there is a similar exhibit in the Louvre, it is assumed that the Dioscures (Greek "Sons of Zeus") are Castor and Pollux (in Dodona there was also a distinct cult of Dioscures).
The twin brothers and sisters were known for their inseparability and also took part in the Argonauts' train. The Dioscures were widely revered as a couple of gods, but especially in Sparta. They were not only emergency helpers in battles, but also protectors of shipping and rescuers from distress. The St. Elmo's fire at the mast tops of the ships during thunderstorms was attributed to them.
The Dioscures were transferred to the night sky as the constellation of the twins.
Exhibit of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, inventory number KAP 27 16547.
The replica has original size, material Keramin, high-strength special gypsum, in bronze finish.
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday, April 16, 2014.