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English: Picture 47 of the Ambrosian Iliad, Achilles sacrificing to Zeus for Patroclus' safe return, as seen in Iliad Book 16. 220-252.
Esperanto: Bildo 47-a de la Ambrozia Iliado: Aĥilo farante oferadon al Zeŭso.
Français : Image 47 de l'Iliade ambrosienne, Achille dédiant un sacrifice à Zeus.
Date 5th century or 6th century
Source Unknown sourceUnknown source
Author Unknown authorUnknown author

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