Sanctuary of Demeter

Abstract

Exquisite marble sculpture at the Sanctuary of Demeter. -MA

Description

One of the most exquisite finds at Eleusis, the intricate carvings covering all four sides of the sarcophagus depict several mythological scenes. The side shown here shows the "Hunt of the Calcydonian Boar," which continues on the side to the left. The opposite side depicts two griffins facing one another, and the right side a greek sphynx. It dates from about the 2nd century CE.

References

"Archaeological Musum of Eleusis." Odysseus Culture, 2012. http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3429

Image Notes

Photograph created August 6th, 1958. Processing date unknown. Formerly catalogued as B22.036. Notes written on the slide or index: Eleusis - Sarcophagus.

Curator Notes

The sarcophagus is now housed under a glass roof before the museum entrance, and has certainly been moved since the photo was taken

Identifier W.036
Location Eleusina, Greece
Year 1958
Written Date August 6th, 1958
Slide Notes Eleusis - Sarcophagus
Index Notes Eleusis
General Location Eleusis Archeological Site