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Created during the Geometric Period, such sculptures were dedicated to the gods\u2014especially Zeus\u2014by athletes, warriors, and aristocrats seeking honor and divine favor.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"1098\">Small-scale horse and rider figures were widely produced in the Peloponnese and other Greek regions, reflecting the social prestige of horsemanship and the growing importance of athletic competition. The simplified, elongated forms and openwork design are characteristic of Geometric art, emphasizing symbolic power over anatomical realism. The raised arm once held a spear or javelin, signifying martial skill and athletic excellence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1325\">These votive statues were used as offerings in sanctuaries, commemorating victory, status, or devotion. 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