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Myths and Mythology. Telling stories through Art. The Hindu god Ganesha. Chinese dragon costumes. Egyptian tomb paintings depicting Anubis (god of the dead) and Horus (god of war). Ancient Greek pottery depicting a minotaur and a centaur.
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Myths and Mythology Telling stories through Art
Egyptian tomb paintings depicting Anubis (god of the dead) and Horus (god of war)
In ancient Greek mythology, when Perseus cut off the head of Medusa, Pegasus was on of the creatures that sprang forth.
Ancient Roman coin depicting Janus, god of beginnings Drawing of Mercury the messenger, god of travelers and merchants
Gargoyle sculptures, primarily used as waterspouts on buildings 700-1450 A.D.
Kachina figures were used to teach children about the spirit world of the Pueblo Indians