Title
The myth of Marsias, represented in continuous narrative.
Caption
Roman fresco, unique replica of the myth of Marsias, represented in continuous narrative. Athena, seated, plays the double flute, while a nymph shows her a mirror. To the left, Marsias observes the scene from a rock. In the center, he submits to the punishment of Apollo, surrounded by Muses. First imperial era. Pompeii. National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Italy.
Date
1754
Credit line
Photo12/UIG/PHAS
Reference
UMG20B42_156
Model release
NA
Property release
NA
License type
Rights managed
Available size
30,2Mb (2,0Mb) / 8,5in x 13,9in / 2541 x 4160 (300dpi)