Statue, Atlas - 28.5 cm - Bronze

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Atlas was a Titan who was punished by Zeus to bear the celestial globe (or cosmos) on his shoulders for eternity. In this sculpture you see him in the classical pose: standing with the celestial globe above his head.

Symbolism and meaning
Strength and endurance
Atlas represents the carrying of heavy burdens.

Cosmic order
The globe often displays constellations and symbolizes the heavenly spheres.

Punishment and responsibility
His myth is about the consequences of rebellion against the gods.
Wisdom
Atlas was also regarded as the first astronomer and mathematician.

Weight: 1.8 kilograms.

Atlas was a Titan who was punished by Zeus to bear the celestial globe (or cosmos) on his shoulders for eternity. In this sculpture you see him in the classical pose: standing with the celestial globe above his head.

Symbolism and meaning
Strength and endurance
Atlas represents the carrying of heavy burdens.

Cosmic order
The globe often displays constellations and symbolizes the heavenly spheres.

Punishment and responsibility
His myth is about the consequences of rebellion against the gods.
Wisdom
Atlas was also regarded as the first astronomer and mathematician.

Weight: 1.8 kilograms.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Atlas
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
28.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
1800 g
The NetherlandsVerified
5464
Objects sold
99.49%
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