Bronze handle of a hydria (water jar), ca. 460–450

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Bronze handle of a hydria (water jar), Classical, ca. 460–450 , Greek, Bronze, Other: 8 3/8 in. ( cm), Bronzes, The attachment at the bottom of the vertical handle is in the form of a siren. Part woman, part bird of prey, sirens were not only guardians of tombs but also creatures notorious for their seductive songs

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Size: 4410px × 4464px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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