Limestone inscribed relief

Unknown

ca. 3rd century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

Zeus, holding a thunderbolt in his right hand, sits on a throne at center. Facing him is Apollo, playing the kithara (lyre), and the smaller figure behind him is identified as Hermes by the caduceus, his winged herald's staff. Above the gods is a chariot pulled by four winged horses. Below, a long Cypro-syllabic inscription expresses homespun philosophical sentiments about fate and the gods.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 3rd century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76