Athena, Aphrodite & Hera - Ancient Greco-Roman Mosaic (original) (raw)
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DETAILS
| Museum Collection | Musée du Louvre, Paris |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | Louvre Ma3443 |
| Type | Mosaic |
| Context | Antioch, Atrium House |
| Date | Early C2nd A.D. |
| Period | Imperial Roman |
DESCRIPTION
The goddesses Athena, Hera and Aphrodite, present themselves to Paris in their contest for the golden apple of discord. The three stand together in a group--Athena (left) wears a helm and aegis-cloak and carries a spear, Aphrodite is seated and holds a sceptre, Hera is dressed in blue and gold, and has a royal sceptre. Aphrodite's winged son Eros stands on a plinth above her head.
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