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Decorative Plaque: Man; and Griffin in Combat

Cleveland Museum of Art

Decorative plaque depicting a man and a griffin in combat. The plaque is rectangular with a flat top and sides that taper inward slightly. The plaque is made of white marble with gray and black speckles. A man with short hair wearing a short pleated skirt is shown in profile, facing left. The man holds an object in both hands, poised to strike a griffin. The griffin has wings spread wide and is lunging at the man with its beak. The griffin has a long tail curved around to the right. The background of the plaque features carved foliage and curved lines. The plaque is set against a solid gray background.

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794 × 893 px
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