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the image shows a reconstruction of poseidon's temple at pæstum, specially colored for "wonders of the past" in 1924. the temple is a prominent example of greek doric architecture, featuring numerous tall columns. there are statues around the temple, and people are depicted in the foreground. a palm tree stands to the left, and a fountain is also visible. the temple is described as being built of travertine and overlaid with white stucco, with polychrome decoration.

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Source: A peerless shrine of the great sea god - NYPL Digital Collections

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Created by: Sorcerie (@fireflysorcerie)

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Created at: 2025-04-04T20:10:36.585Z

Updated at: 2025-04-04T20:10:36.585Z


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What is in the image: the image shows a reconstruction of poseidon's temple at pæstum, specially colored for "wonders of the past" in 1924. the temple is a prominent example of greek doric architecture, featuring numerous tall columns. there are statues around the temple, and people are depicted in the foreground. a palm tree stands to the left, and a fountain is also visible. the temple is described as being built of travertine and overlaid with white stucco, with polychrome decoration.

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WDTagged Tags: tree, english text, traditional media, architecture, building, outdoors, sky, pillar, multiple boys, temple, column, day, scenery, palm tree, border, real world location, painting \(medium\), statue, blue sky, arch, sitting