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The A G Leventis Gallery4500 BC – AD 330
The geographical position of Cyprus in the eastern Mediterranean has led to a rich mix of cultural influences on the island throughout its history.
Limestone statue of a bearded worshipper 600-580 BC More information
Limestone statue of a bearded worshipper 600-580 BC
Gold-plated bronze pin 200-100 BC More information
Gold-plated bronze pin 200-100 BC
Bronze wheeled vessel stand 1225-1100 BC More information
Bronze wheeled vessel stand 1225-1100 BC
Copper ingot in the shape of an oxhide 1225-1150 BC More information
Copper ingot in the shape of an oxhide 1225-1150 BC
The objects on display in Room 72 were all made or found there and illustrate Cypriot culture and civilisation from its earliest known times to the end of the Roman period.
Stone, bronze and terracotta sculptures, gold jewellery and a range of ceramics reflect the diversity of Cypriot style and the rich natural resources found on the island at the time.
See this gallery on the floor plan
Bronze wheeled vessel stand
The art of glass
The history of late Roman coins, £60.00
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