Bust of Hermes Discovered During Athens Sewage Work

According to the Associated Press,

The Greek Culture Ministry said that the head, one of many that served as street markers in ancient Athens, was found Friday and it appears to be from around 300 B.C. — that is, either from the late fourth century B.C., or the early third century. It depicts Hermes at “a mature age,” the ministry said, in contrast to his usual depictions as youthful.

Hermes Bust
Hermes Bust

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