Horse 26, Harpagos

A large glazed ceramic bay horse figurine painted with four white socks (markings). The mane is sculpted to emphasize a rolling rope-like texture as the horse arches its neck to bring its nose near to its chest. The figure stands on four feet. The left ear has been broken.26. Harpagos. The horse of Pollux, who figures in Greek mythology as the immortal son of Leda, begotten by Zeus in the disguise of a swan, and as the half brother of Castor (cf. Cyllaros), with whom after the latter’s death, Pollux divided his immortality.Exhibit label:HARPAGOS, THE HORSE OF POLLUX.A gift from Mrs. Louisa Nelson of St. James Street, in Richmond, Virginia.—"Is of Southern Ladies," in Let Me Lie.