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Each cow is escorted by two youths , one on each side , and a third figure ,
perhaps a marshal , at the head . Those of the escort who are on the side of the
spectator are represented in vigorous action , guiding and restraining the animals
by ...
Each cow is escorted by two youths , one on each side , and a third figure ,
perhaps a marshal , at the head . Those of the escort who are on the side of the
spectator are represented in vigorous action , guiding and restraining the animals
by ...
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Head of the young Heracles wreathed with poplar . Several replicas exist of this
attractive work , which is thought to be copied from an original by Scopas . 1732 .
Head of a young Heracles with the bruised and broken ears that mark a pugilist .
Head of the young Heracles wreathed with poplar . Several replicas exist of this
attractive work , which is thought to be copied from an original by Scopas . 1732 .
Head of a young Heracles with the bruised and broken ears that mark a pugilist .
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The amethyst head of Medusa in the centre , winged and intertwined with
serpents , is of exceptional size and brilliancy for this material . Case X 51 .
Portraits , chariot groups , etc . In the middle is a large sardonyx portrait of Julia ,
daughter of ...
The amethyst head of Medusa in the centre , winged and intertwined with
serpents , is of exceptional size and brilliancy for this material . Case X 51 .
Portraits , chariot groups , etc . In the middle is a large sardonyx portrait of Julia ,
daughter of ...
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Roman Gallery Busts and statues of Roman Emperors and | 1 |
Nereid Room Sculptures of the Nereid Monument at Xanthos | 63 |
Mausoleum Room Large Lycian TombsSculptures of the tomb | 75 |
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GT THE DEPT OF GREEK & ROMAN A British Museum Dept of Greek and Roman,A. H. (Arthur Hamilton) 1860-194 Smith No preview available - 2016 |
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