Terracotta Lucerne decorated with the myth of Leda and the Swan.
Roman Empire, …

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Terracotta Lucerne decorated with the myth of Leda and the Swan. Roman Empire, 1st - 2nd century AD Good state of conservation. Provenance: - Private collection, France.

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