Sculpture, Testa di Apollo - 36 cm - marble dust

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Testa di Apollo, an Italian academic sculpture, entirely handmade by professional artisans from marble powder, unsigned and in good condition, with dimensions 20 cm wide, 36 cm high, 23 cm deep and weighing 8.7 kg.

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Professional academic sculpture, entirely handmade by professional artisans. A piece from a museum plaster cast collection. The craft has very ancient origins and is carried out by artists in the sculpture field, made with materials such as scagliola and Carrara marble powder.

Apollo is a deity of Greek and Roman mythology, son of Zeus and Leto, and twin brother of Artemis (Diana). He is the god of the sun, music, poetry, prophecy, and medicine. He represents the ideal of beauty and youthful perfection, and is often depicted with a lyre and a crown of laurel. Apollo is also known for his role as an archer, capable of striking with his arrows both to punish and to heal.

The item will be packaged by a company specialized in shipping. This ensures that the packaging will be carried out professionally and efficiently, guaranteeing maximum protection during transportation.

Professional academic sculpture, entirely handmade by professional artisans. A piece from a museum plaster cast collection. The craft has very ancient origins and is carried out by artists in the sculpture field, made with materials such as scagliola and Carrara marble powder.

Apollo is a deity of Greek and Roman mythology, son of Zeus and Leto, and twin brother of Artemis (Diana). He is the god of the sun, music, poetry, prophecy, and medicine. He represents the ideal of beauty and youthful perfection, and is often depicted with a lyre and a crown of laurel. Apollo is also known for his role as an archer, capable of striking with his arrows both to punish and to heal.

The item will be packaged by a company specialized in shipping. This ensures that the packaging will be carried out professionally and efficiently, guaranteeing maximum protection during transportation.

Details

Era
After 2000
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
marble dust
Title of artwork
Testa di Apollo
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
36 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
23 cm
Weight
8.7 kg
ItalyVerified
4147
Objects sold
100%
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