Side opposite Augustus
original north side
Scrolling Acanthus Frieze - Birds, Reptiles, Frog
Details of the scrolling acanthus frieze on the exterior of the original north sde of the surrounding precinct wall.
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Second swan from left side of frieze. With the exception of 2 small fragments of a wing, this swan is a cast from a marble swan that has survivied. photo May 2010
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The 2 swans at top, on either side of the center of the frieze, are the best preserved swans on this scrolling acanthus frieze. photo May 2010
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Swan farthest right. This swan is entirely a cast from one of the especially well-preserved marble swans. photo May 2010
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Bottom-center of the scrolling acanthus frieze, with reptiles, birds, and a frog; details in photos below. photo July. 2008
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The entire body of a snake attacking a nest of baby birds. Salamander or lizard above. photo May 2010
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Nest of baby birds attached by a snake with fang extended, a feathered bird escaping. photo May 2010
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Salamander or lizard above snake. photo May 2010
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This lizard or salamander is represented crawling up not the vegetation but the relief wall. photo July 2008 |
3/4 rear view of frog in photo at left. photo May 2010
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Salamander or lizard climbing acanthus leaves; head, chest, and tail partly broken. photo May 2010 |