Horse 54, White Horse of Rhesus

Containers:

Box 1

Physical description:

A small, white, glazed ceramic horse figurine depicted as resting its weight on its back legs and extending both front legs forward. Its neck is arched gracefully as it leans its head slightly downward. The horse's tail is styled into a bun or knot. 54. White Horse of Rhesus, the son of King Eioneus of Thrace. The tenth book of the relates how this horse and its three companions were stolen in a night raid conducted by the two Grecian leaders, Odysseus of Ithaca and Diomedes of Aetolia. Exhibit label: WHITE HORSE OF RHESUS. A gift from Sir Galahad of the Siege Perilous.

Dimensions:

4.5 x 3 x 5 cm

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