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Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat

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Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat
Yearc. 1st century BC
MediumSilver with mercury gilt
LocationMetropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has in its collection a 1st-century rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat. The silver drinking vessel, which depicts a wild cat, is attributed to the Parthian Empire.[1]

Description

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The rhyton exhibits several hallmarks of Hellenistic art, which were introduced to Iran during the conquests of Alexander the Great. These symbols include dancing women, grapevines, and a panther, all of which are strongly associated with wine-centric Dionysian cults. The Metropolitan Museum of Art describes the work as "a fine example of the enduring influence of Hellenistic culture."[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "metmuseum.org". www.metmuseum.org. Retrieved 2018-10-02.