Terpsichore
muse of dance in Greek mythology
English: In Greek mythology, Terpsichore ("delight of dancing") was one of the nine Muses, ruling over dance and the dramatic chorus. She is usually depicted sitting down, holding a lyre.
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Paintings
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Terpsichore, Muse of Music and Dance, oil on canvas by Jean-Marc Nattier 1739
Sculptures
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Terpsichore holding an Aeolian harp. Sculpted by John Walsh in 1771
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Detail
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Full size
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By Carl Philipp Glume (Tierpark Berlin)