古代ギリシャ神話 ベレロフォンとキメラ – 天然スレートの浮彫レプリカ レリーフ - 10 cm (No reserve price)

古代ギリシャ神話の最も劇的で称賛される戦いの一つを exceptionally detailed raised-relief replica; legendary hero Bellerophon, mounted upon the magnificent winged horse Pegasus, confronting the fearsome Chimera.

Inspired by the artistic and sculptural traditions of Classical Antiquity, this striking composition captures the moment of confrontation between the heroic warrior and one of the most terrifying creatures of Greek mythology.

Bellerophon is depicted wearing classical Greek armour and a crested helmet, riding the powerful winged Pegasus as the horse rears above the monstrous creature. With his spear directed towards the Chimera, the hero prepares to deliver the decisive blow in a scene filled with movement, tension and mythological symbolism.

The Chimera is represented in its traditional mythological form, combining the muscular body and fierce head of a lion, a goat's head rising from its back, and a serpent forming its tail. Its powerful limbs, flowing mane and threatening posture convey the formidable nature of this legendary fire-breathing monster.

Beneath the battling figures, a rugged rocky landscape provides a dramatic setting, while a small classical Greek temple in the distance enhances the historical atmosphere of the composition.

According to ancient Greek mythology, Bellerophon was commanded to destroy the Chimera, a terrifying creature said to have devastated the lands of Lycia. With the assistance of Pegasus, the legendary winged horse, he was able to attack the monster from above and ultimately defeat it.

The battle became one of the most recognisable heroic episodes of Greek mythology, appearing throughout antiquity in pottery decoration, sculpture, mosaics and other forms of classical art.

The artwork has been reproduced on a natural black slate tile using raised UV printing, creating an impressive tactile, three-dimensional relief approximately 3 mm in height.

The warm ivory-white finish contrasts beautifully against the dark natural slate, highlighting the carefully modelled figures, finely detailed wings of Pegasus, flowing drapery, muscular anatomy and intricate features of the Chimera.

The sculptural composition creates the appearance of an intricately carved classical stone relief, combining dramatic mythological imagery with the distinctive texture and character of natural slate.

Object Details:

Object type: Ancient Greek Mythology Raised-Relief Replica

Subject: Bellerophon and Pegasus Battling the Chimera

Historical inspiration: Ancient Greek Mythology – Classical Antiquity

Material: Natural Slate – Raised-Relief Replica on Natural Slate

Height: Approx. 10 cm

Width: Approx. 10 cm

Total depth: Approx. 7 mm, including raised relief

Relief height: Approx. 3 mm

Weight: Approx. 100 g

Technique: Raised UV printing

Signature: Unsigned

Condition: Very good condition

This piece is a decorative historical reproduction inspired by ancient Greek mythology and classical relief sculpture, rather than an original archaeological artefact.

A particularly striking addition to any collection of Greek mythology, classical sculpture, ancient history-inspired objects or decorative relief artwork.

The photographs form part of the description and illustrate the raised sculptural detailing, ivory-white surface finish and natural slate backing.

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