Marble sarcophagus with the contest between the Muses and the Sirens, 3rd quarter of 3rd century

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Marble sarcophagus with the contest between the Muses and the Sirens, Late Imperial, Gallienic, 3rd quarter of 3rd century , Roman, Marble, Pentelic, Overall: 21 3/4 x 77 1/4 x 22 1/2 in. ( x x cm), Stone Sculpture, The deities Athena, Zeus, and Hera, assembled at the far left, preside over a musical contest betweenthe Muses and Sirens. The Muses, associated with, the highest intellectual and artistic aspirations, are defeating the Sirens, creatures that are half woman and half bird who lured men to destruction with their song

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Size: 6400px × 3029px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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