Nineteenth century people trying to be like the ancients. Probably not really like that but an afternoon of fun. Louis Hector Leroux, academic artist (1829-1900).

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“Adoration of the Goddess Pallas Athena.” 19th century. French. In the public domain due to age. via https://pixels.com/featured/adoration-of-the-goddess-pallas-athena-louis-hector-leroux.html
"Temple Priestesses." 19th c.
“Temple Priestesses.” 19th c. Oil on canvas. Image ©2019 Artnet Worldwide Corporation. Fair use license. via http://www.artnet.com/artists/louis-hector-leroux/temple-priestesses-KNFQmHX3y1xMvuZbncz3dw2
"Invocation To The Goddess Hygieia."
“Invocation To The Goddess Hygieia.” 19th c. Oil on canvas. In the public domain. via https://fineartamerica.com/featured/invocation-to-the-goddess-hygieia-louis-hector-leroux.html
"Pericles and Aspasia in the studio of Phidias." 19th c.
“Pericles and Aspasia in the studio of Phidias.” 19th c. In the public domain. via https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Illus0362.jpg
"The Vestal Virgins."
“The Vestal Virgins.” 19th c. Private collection. Photo credit: Christies. Image courtesy Bridgeman Art Library. © Art.com. via https://www.art.com/products/p9788838865-sa-i5580873/louis-hector-leroux-the-vestal-virgins.htm

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