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Parthenon Metope Frieze: Centauromachy (2)

Description:

The frieze also depicts a man striking a Centaur that represents the Lapith’s victory.

Period of Original: Greek, Hellenistic

Origin of Original: Greece, Athens

Location of the Cast: 20 W. 44 St. New York, NY USA

Provenance: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Condition: Man is headless and limbless with severe damage to the left leg. Centaur is in better condition. Superficial damage to outer layer. The cast has been thoroughly cleaned.

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