UK - 2005
Photos by Tom & Jan Hise
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'Gordon's Head'

This is a carving of the 'Gordon's Head' which is a symbol of Minerva, and resembles other Roman water-gods like Neptune. Its sun-like appearance may refer to the heat of the Sacred Spring. The carving is part of the great ornamental pediment with the Temple.