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One of the better preserved scenes shown on the Elgin Marbles which were removed from the Parthenon in the Early 19th Century. in the British Museum.

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Centaur and Lapith tussle like wrestlers. The centaur has his opponent by the throat, while the Lapith attempts to fend him off with a fist and a knee. (Text from display label in the British Museum)
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One of the better preserved scenes shown on the Elgin Marbles which were removed from the Parthenon in the Early 19th Century. in the British Museum.

South Metope XXXI

Centaur and Lapith tussle like wrestlers. The centaur has his opponent by the throat, while the Lapith attempts to fend him off with a fist and a knee. (Text from display label in the British Museum)

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