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Roman Silver Skyphos, 1st Century BC/AD
An early Roman silver skyphos with winged Erotes in Dionysiac revelry with torches, wine vessels and dogs. With traces of original gilding.
The Erotes are a collective of winged gods associated with love and sex in Greek mythology. They are part of Aphrodite’s retinue. Erotes is the plural of Eros, who as a singular deity has a more complex mythology.
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Hanging out above the river.
On a hike in Lynn Canyon, British Columbia.
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Jambiya Dagger with a Double Blade
- Dated: 19th century
- Culture: Ottoman
- Measurements: overall length 42.5 cm
The dagger has a wide, undulated, double-edged blades with small, ribbed tips. Both blades are pierced at the centre and decorated with gold floral motifs and Arabic writing on one side. The grip is covered with silver-inlaid lamina, embossed with trophies and floral motifs.
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- Dated: 19th century
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