a winged horse that the Greeks used in battle along with Medusa's head

acanthus leaf braid frieze

viveva una bellissima fanciulla dalla pelle rosea

it was then useful at night to quench one's thirst

Daisy decoration within a rhombus and continuous vine leaves on a green background

Medusa mezzobusto h cm 41 Gerle da parete a winged horse that theThe head of Medusa is a very present symbol in Sicilian culture. Medusa was one of the three Gorgons, monstrous creatures with snakes for hair. Anyone who looked directly into her face turned to stone. In Sicilian tradition, the head of Medusa is often used as a symbol of protection against evil and negative influences. It is often depicted as a mask with intertwined snakes and is used as a decoration on buildings, doors, gates, and various objects.