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Object Name |
Venus of Lespugne |
Object ID# |
MC 0008 |
Date |
c. 23000 BC |
Description |
From the Cave of Les Rigeauz in France, this ivory figurine portrays a pregnant female figure and is connected with fertility magic. Female figurines, typically characterized by exaggerated features, were produced across Europe from Spain to Russia around 25 000 years ago. |
Place of Origin |
Lespugue France |
Medium |
Statuette (orig. and copy) |
Material |
carved from mammoth Ivory (orig.) |
Location of Original |
The Louvre, Paris |
Dimensions |
H-14.6 W-6.2 D-4 cm |
Dimensions Details |
Original: Height - 15cm |