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Sarcophagus , ca. 475–460 B.C.; Classical
Cypriot; Said to be from the necropolis at Golgoi
Limestone; H. (with cover) 38 in. (96.5 cm), L. 79 1/2 in. (202 cm)
The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874-76 (74.51.2451)
On the long sides: (A) hunt, (B) banquet; on the short sides: (A) chariot scene, (B) Perseus departs with the head of Medusa; the winged horse Pegasus and the hero Chrysaor are born from her severed neck
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