Thelephus Frieze from the Pergamon Altar

Telephus Frieze

Thelephus Frieze from the Pergamon Altar explains the foundation myth of the city founder Telephos, son of Heracles. Of the original 74 marble slabs, 47 survived.

On display in Pergamonmuseum Das Panorama temporary exhibition in Berlin.

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