Stake attention in this memory
A marble funerary relief, cut from a block, is centrally displayed on a white plinth against a dark background, likely a window, in a museum setting. The relief depicts a poignant farewell scene between two figures. A standing figure, possibly older and draped in flowing garments, gently holds the hands or arms of a seated figure, who also wears draped clothing. The standing figure is leaning over the seated one, their heads close, conveying an intimate moment of departure. The relief features Greek text carved vertically along its left edge, reading "ΑΛΕΞΙΒΩΛΑ" (Alexivola). A white information card attached to the plinth, positioned to the lower right of the relief, provides details in both Greek and English. The English text reads: "Marble funerary cut-block with the name of the deceased Alexivola and a farewell scene, early 3rd century BC. Thera, Cemetery of ancient Thera, northeast part of Sellada Archaeological Museum of Thera, 321." The Greek text provides the same information. The relief's surface shows signs of age with some natural discoloration and minor wear. The background beyond the display is largely dark, with reflections suggesting a window, and part of a white architectural element, possibly a doorframe or wall, is visible on the upper right.
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