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cornucopia

Mythological symbol of abundance, also called the horn of plenty

Also known as horn of plenty · horn of Amaltheia

Instance of: symbol
, Motif (visual arts)
Part of: Greek mythology

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In classical antiquity, the cornucopia, also called the horn of plenty, is a symbol of abundance and nourishment, commonly a large horn-shaped container overflowing with produce, flowers, or nuts. In Greek, it was called the horn of Amalthea, after Amalthea, a nurse of Zeus, who is often part of stories of the horn's origin.

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Shape: corniform
Depicted by: Central panel of altarpiece of San Zeno
Based on: unknown has characteristic: mythical object

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