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Frosinone
The strut on this discobolus statue is contorted into an odd shape to support the heavy arm with discus.
Photographer: A.J. Hartley
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Statues of the Foro Italico ➔ Frosinone
Artist:
E. Martini
Description:
Discus thrower. The discus and the thrower's arm are connected to the strut next to his leg.
Inscription:
none
Object medium:
Marble sculpture
Asset Number:
2013.2.13
Photographer:
A.J. Hartley
Keywords:
nude;track and field;signed
Location in Foro Italico:
Stadio dei Marmi
Statue number:
19