Kestel Sarcophagus

ID: TWNAPM18

Kestel Sarcophagus

This large sarcophagus was found at Kestel. Note the two Acroteria on the corners of the gabled cover. In the center note the horse, tree, human figure and altar (with flame). On both sides of the center grouping are rams’ heads (four total), garlands, and two Medusa heads.

This artifact is on display in the museum at Bergama (the modern city by Pergamum).

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Keywords: Turkey, Western Turkey, Northern Aegean, Pergamum, Bergama Museum, Sarcophagus, Kestel, Horse, Tree, Altar, Flame, Garlands, Medusa, Rams Heads