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Roman fresco showing Hephaestus forging golden weapon for Achilles

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9 April 2024
Roman fresco showing Hephaestus forging golden weapon for Achilles
Roman fresco showing Hephaestus forging golden weapon for Achilles

Roman fresco showing Hephaestus forging a golden weapon for Achilles. The object dates back to the 1st century CE; discovered in Pompeii. The artifact is located in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.

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