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English: Pair of greaves with a Gorgon's head in relief on each knee. Bronze, made in Apulia, ca. 550–500 BC. From Ruvo.
Français : Paire de cnémides avec une tête de Gorgone en relief sur chaque protège-genou. Bronze, fabriqué en Apulie, vers 550-500 av. J.-C. Provenance : Ruvo.
institution QS:P195,Q6373
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Upper floor, room 73, The Greeks in Southern Italy
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GR 1856.12-26.615 (Cat. Bronze 249)
Credit line Bequeathed by Sir William Temple
Source/Photographer Jastrow (2006)

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