Carved in low relief depicting the deities Hermes, Demeter & another goddess, possibly Persephone; with a Laconian hound at Herme's feet.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Marble altar, 5th century BC
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Marble
Dimensions
58 x 26 cm
Grant
6000
Total cost
50000
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