Sculpture, Testa del Laoconte - 25 cm - Plaster

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Description from the seller

The sculpture, made of plaster according to ancient Italian craftsmanship, rests on a green marble base.

The subject

It depicts the head of Laocoon.

It is reported in Virgil's Aeneid that, when the Athenians entered the city with the famous Trojan horse, Laocoön threw a spear at it, causing its belly to sound and exclaiming: 'Timeo Danaos et dona ferentes'.

The sculpture, made of plaster according to ancient Italian craftsmanship, rests on a green marble base.

The subject

It depicts the head of Laocoon.

It is reported in Virgil's Aeneid that, when the Athenians entered the city with the famous Trojan horse, Laocoön threw a spear at it, causing its belly to sound and exclaiming: 'Timeo Danaos et dona ferentes'.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Italy
Style
Antique
Material
Plaster
Title of artwork
Testa del Laoconte
Signature
Not signed
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition
Height
25 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
18 cm
ItalyVerified
152
Objects sold
100%
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