The Head of Orpheus', 1865: Gustave Moreau (1826-1899) French painter. In Greek legend Orpheus was torn to pieces by Thracian women. His head was thrown into river Hebrus and carried by the sea to Lesbos where it was buried.

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The Head of Orpheus', 1865: Gustave Moreau (1826-1899) French painter. In Greek legend Orpheus was torn to pieces by Thracian women. His head was thrown into river Hebrus and carried by the sea to Lesbos where it was buried.

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