2,300-Year-Old Dwarf Statuette from Alexandria Reveals Ptolemaic Art Insights

A 2,300-year-old marble statuette, discovered in Alexandria, Egypt, offers a rare insight into how dwarves were viewed during the Ptolemaic period. Blending Greek and Egyptian artistic traditions, the 4-inch figure portrays a muscular dwarf in motion. This cultural integration highlights the respect for dwarves in Egyptian society, associated with strength and protect...

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