"In a border of inverted rows of stepped pyramids (omitted in the picture) one of the most popular episodes of Greek mythology, the rescue of Andromeda by Perseus, is represented. […] To the right, identified by an inscription in Greek,...
From Hierakonpolis, Egypt. "In Predynastic times, Egypt was divided geographically and politically into Upper Egypt (the southern, upstream part of the Nile Valley), a narrow tract of grassland that encouraged hunting, and Lower (northern)...
Sculpture; Equestrian statues; Metalwork; Jockeys; People associated with entertainment & sports; Boys; Youth; Children; Clothing & dress; Footwear; Sandals; Animals; Horses; Horseback riding; Bareback riding; Riding; Sitting; Gestures;...
"Ridden by the young Jockey, the restored horse is in full gallop. […] It is an original statue group dating from about 140 BC." (Captions, pp. 352-353); "Found in the sea off Cape Artemision, Euboea, and retrieved in pieces in...
"The nose, chin, and fingers on the right hand and the complete left hand are modern. This exceptionally well-preserved statue is striking for its elegant pose and the complexity of the garment and hairstyle. The very young girl represented...
“A reconstruction of the three figures […], based on fragments of sixth-century sculptures found on the Acropolis. […] Although it is known that these figures would have been painted, no trace of the colouring [coloring] remains.” (combined...
Paintings; Oil paintings; Men; Rulers; Consuls; Government officials; People associated with politics & government; Upper class; Fathers; Spouses; Families; Bodyguards; Guards; People associated with health & safety; Dead persons; Death;...
Paintings; Oil paintings; Storytelling; Prisons; Men; Prisoners; Upper class; Consuls; Government officials; People associated with politics & government; Military officers; Generals; Soldiers; Military personnel; People associated with...
