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The hybrid monster is composed of a human male body with legs ending in the upper bodies of dogs. It might represent a Triton or a Skylla-like sea monster, although Skylla is usually represented as a female.
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Title: Carnelian scarab
Period: Classical
Date: 4th century BCE
Culture: Etruscan
Medium: Carnelian
Dimensions: Other: 3/8 x 5/16 x 3/16 in. (1 x 0.7 x 0.5 cm)
Classification: Gems
Credit Line: Purchase by subscription, 1895
Object Number: 95.15.109
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