Criophoros

/kraɪˈɒfərɒs/ noun

Definition

Alternative form of criophore; a figure carrying a ram in ancient sculpture.

Etymology

Direct transliteration from Greek kriophoros, representing the original Greek term before it was Latinized into criophore.

Kelly Says

Using the Greek criophoros versus Latin criophore shows how the same artistic concept traveled through different languages and cultures—Romans adopted Greek art forms but often changed the names, creating etymological layers in art history.

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