Grave stele of a gladiator. Peloponnesian marble. Probably from Sparta, Laconia. The gladiator wears the special helmet used in the games (galea) and holds the characteristic sword (gladius). The palm branch and four wreaths depicted suggest a total of five victories. The name of the dead man, Penelaes, is inscribed above the representation. 3rd c. A.D.  Accession Number: 4904. National Archaeological Museum of Athens. Athens, Greece.
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