Elgin Marbles British Museum, London, England, England

Elgin
Horse's head from the east pediment of the Parthenon in Athens (438-432 BC). Part of the Elgin Marbles displayed in the British Museum. The horse was part of a group pulling the chariot of the moon goddess Selene. It is shown weary from pulling the moon across the sky all night: its nostrils flare and its mouth hangs open with heavy breathing. Holly Hayes all photos →

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Title
Elgin Marbles
Dates
c. 438 BCE

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Page Title
Elgin Marbles
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
May 1, 2012
Last Updated
July 14, 2023