Hidden Afghanistan
Contrasting Emotions
Left: A water jet in the form of a theatrical mask, Ai Khanum, Fountain of the Oxus, 2nd century B.C., whitish limestone.
Right: Hermes pillar, Ai Khanum, Gymnasium, 2nd century B.C., limestone.
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