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Displays early Greek and Etruscan pieces dating back to the 6th century BCE.

Hosts a vast collection of Etruscan and Roman terracotta examples. National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia Archaeological museum OpenRome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy antefix

: The most famous motif, featuring wide eyes, fangs, and a protruding tongue to terrify evil spirits away from sacred spaces. Displays early Greek and Etruscan pieces dating back

Features a full-scale reconstruction of an Etruscan temple where you can see antefixes in their original positions. The British Museum ClosedLondon, United Kingdom Metropolitan City of Rome Capital

The Hidden Guardians of Ancient Rooflines: A Guide to the Antefix