1765672 Euboean black-figure neck amphora decorated with the judgement of Paris, c.570-60 (terracotta) by Greek, (6th century BC); 35.6x23.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Paris was asked by Hermes to choose the most beautiful of the three goddesses, Hera, Athena and Aphrodite, each of whom has offered a bribe if chosen. Hera has promised power and Athena success as a warrior, while Aphrodite promised him the most beautiful woman on earth - Helen of Troy. Paris accepts his fate by shaking hands with Hermes who is followed by the goddesses trail along behind Hermes. ); Greek, out of copyright.