| Running from tomorrow (June 9) to September 10 at the Hong Kong Museum of Art, "The World of Etruscans" exhibition will feature a selection of fascinating pieces including terracotta statuettes, pottery items, canopic urns, stone sculptures, sarcophagi, bronze ware and jewellery, giving a comprehensive picture of the Etruscan civilisation 2,000 years ago. Pictured is a "Askos" in the form of fowl-shaped chariot created in the third quarter of the 8th century BC. Its surface is decorated with engraved geometrical motifs. The point where the handles are placed shows two ducks in relief. This container is for prized substances such as balms or incense. Askos of diverse forms are known, but this piece is unique. The owner of this container was likely a very wealthy person of high social status. |
