Marble statue of a panther

Greek

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 169

Monumental ancient Greek marble sculpture is rare, and this is the first example in the form of a panther to enter The Met collection. The feline is powerfully modeled and carefully finished. Although it is missing its tail, most of its legs, and part of its face, the animal is immediately readable and has great presence. Panthers were favored by the god Dionysos, one of the most popular deities among the Hellenistic kings.

Marble statue of a panther, Marble, Greek

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Marble statue of a panther, Marble, Greek
Marble statue of a panther, Marble, Greek
Marble statue of a panther, Marble, Greek

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