Sculpture, Testa di Laocoonte - 28 cm - marble powder
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Professional academic sculpture, completely handmade by professional artisans. A piece from a museum plaster cast collection. The craftsmanship has very ancient origins and is performed by artists in the sculptural sector, made with materials such as scagliola and Carrara marble powder.
Sculpture depicting the head of Laocoön from the sculpture “Laocoön Group” currently housed in the Vatican Museums. The original work portrays the Trojan priest Laocoön and his sons wrapped by sea serpents. Made in marble, it is a masterpiece of Hellenistic art, famous for its dramatic realism and the dynamism of the figures. The composition intensely expresses pain and struggle, capturing a moment of extreme tension and suffering.
The indicated dimensions are to be understood as including the base, if present.
The item will be packed by a company specialized in shipping. This guarantees that the packaging will be carried out in a professional and efficient manner, ensuring maximum protection during transport.
Professional academic sculpture, completely handmade by professional artisans. A piece from a museum plaster cast collection. The craftsmanship has very ancient origins and is performed by artists in the sculptural sector, made with materials such as scagliola and Carrara marble powder.
Sculpture depicting the head of Laocoön from the sculpture “Laocoön Group” currently housed in the Vatican Museums. The original work portrays the Trojan priest Laocoön and his sons wrapped by sea serpents. Made in marble, it is a masterpiece of Hellenistic art, famous for its dramatic realism and the dynamism of the figures. The composition intensely expresses pain and struggle, capturing a moment of extreme tension and suffering.
The indicated dimensions are to be understood as including the base, if present.
The item will be packed by a company specialized in shipping. This guarantees that the packaging will be carried out in a professional and efficient manner, ensuring maximum protection during transport.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
marble powder
Title of artwork
Testa di Laocoonte
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
28 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Weight
2.5 kg
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