ancientpeoples: Hollow Cast Bronze Depiction of a Priest Etruscan c. 2nd Century BC In his left hand, the priest holds an incense box, and, in his right hand, a “phiale” (shallow bowl) used to pour ritual liquid offerings. His twisting pose, long

ancientpeoples: Hollow Cast Bronze Depiction of a Priest Etruscan c. 2nd Century BC In his left hand, the priest holds an incense box, and, in his right hand, a “phiale” (shallow bowl) used to pour ritual liquid offerings. His twisting pose, long

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