Sarcophagus with the Legend of Achilles
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Sarcophagus with the Legend of Achilles
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Published 2018-07-26T14:28:54+00:00
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This large marble sarcophagus details the Legend of Achilles. On the long sides of the sarcophagus' base, Achilles is surrounded by Phoenix, Ulysses and Agamemnon and is wearing his armour. After having paid the ransom of his son Hector, Priam kneels before Achilles and kisses his hand. On the lateral sides the call to battle, and Achilles untying the body of Hector are depicted.
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| Date published | 26/07/2018 |
| Complexity | Medium |
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| Title | Sarcophagus with the Legend of Achilles |
| Date | 2nd Century AD |
| Medium | Marble |
| Credit | From Tyre |
| Artist | Unknown artist |
| Place | National Museum of Beirut |
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