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Saint Sisoes facing the tomb of Alexander the Great

Sisoes, a hermit pursuing ascetism in Egypt is visiting the tomb of Alexander the Great. Looking at the dead hero he is meditating on the futility of earthly life.

Origin: Dalmatia (?) Measurement: 56 x 78 cm

Exhibit Number: ΒΧΜ 10682
Date 17-18th century?
Source http://www.ebyzantinemuseum.gr/?i=bxm.en.exhibit&id=58
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