Hercules discovering his son Telephus, Ancient Rome

Hercules discovering his son Telephus

Hercule découvrant son fils Télèphe (museum title)

Ancient Rome (Italian) (1st century BCE-4th century CE)

Movement: Ancient Roman art
Date: avant 79 apr. J.-C.
Medium: Fresco
Collection: National Archaeological Museum of Naples
Rights: Public domain

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