One Fragment from an Attic Black-Figure Belly Amphora.

Unknown6th–5th century B.C.

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Herakles fighting the Nemean Lion. Herakles is bearded, facing right. All that remains of the lion is the upper part of its head and the paw on Herakles' shoulder. At left, bearded male's face (Iolaos?). At upper right, spear (Athena's). Interior unglazed.

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Title: One Fragment from an Attic Black-Figure Belly Amphora.
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 6th–5th century B.C.
Location Created: Attica, Greece
Physical Dimensions: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)
Type: Amphora
External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
Medium: Terracotta
Terms of Use: Open Content
Number: 81.AE.10.8
Culture: Greek (Attic)
Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
Creator Display Name: Unknown
Classification: Vessels (Containers)

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