1. Black-Figure
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Sphinxes – note their use as decoration on a ritually significant ceremonial cup (called rhytons, for pouring libations, or liquid offerings to the gods). Sphinxes are only one of many creatures in Greek mythology that are liminal: they blur the distinction between man and beast (or other) and are thus quite frightening. Other liminal creatures include centaurs, satyrs, Amazons, and sirens.

3. Architectural Element
British Museum
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4. Unicorns are not Greco-Roman

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