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Roman replica of a Greek relief of Orpheus and Eurydice. Artist: Unknown

A Roman replica of a classical Greek relief, showing from right to left Orpheus, Eurydice and Hermes. The names above the figures are incorrect and appear to have been added in medieval times. Hermes is acting as a psychopomp, seprating Orpheus from Eurydice and taking her back to the underworld. From the Louvre's collection.
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Title:
Roman replica of a Greek relief of Orpheus and Eurydice. Artist: Unknown
Caption:
A Roman replica of a classical Greek relief, showing from right to left Orpheus, Eurydice and Hermes. The names above the figures are incorrect and appear to have been added in medieval times. Hermes is acting as a psychopomp, seprating Orpheus from Eurydice and taking her back to the underworld. From the Louvre's collection.
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Album / CM Dixon / Heritage Images
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Image size:
3733 x 4732 px | 50.5 MB
Print size:
31.6 x 40.1 cm | 12.4 x 15.8 in (300 dpi)
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