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Why are Greek statues always NAKED? - Daily Mail Online

Indeed, perhaps the most famous Greek sculpture of all, also in the show, is the Discobolos — the discus-thrower. He is a study in composed balance, with the discus in one outstretched hand, the other bent in counterbalance down towards his knee. He is also completely naked.

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An ancient Greek kouros sculpture made of marble, the Strangford of Apollo was built sometime between 500 and 490 BC and was created in honor of Greek god Apollo. It was discovered on the island of Anafi and was named after diplomat Percy Smith, the 6th Viscount Strangford and the real owner of the statue.

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The top 10 ancient Greek artworks - The Guardian

A bronze sculpture of the god Zeus, or possibly Poseidon Photograph: Archive Photos/Getty Images This majestic bronze, found in the sea off Greece, conveys the magic of Greek mythology. The god – probably Zeus, lord of Olympus himself – is caught in the act of hurling a thunderbolt.

Ancient Greek Busts- Hellenic Art

Ancient Greek busts featuring mythology gods, Greek philosophers and historical persons. Exact museum reproductions, handmade in Greece.

The lost art of Greek bronzes | Apollo Magazine

Paintings have rotted, crumbled or burned. Marble statues were smashed or perished in medieval lime-kilns. As for sculpture in bronze, it has suffered as a result of its intrinsic material value, with statues melted down and recycled throughout the intervening centuries.

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The marble statue of Apollo Greek Ministry of Culture. Both statues stand at around 54cm in height, with the base measuring around 35cm.

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Top Collection 14-Inch Greek God Pluto and Proserpina Statue by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680). Premium Cold Cast Marble. Museum-Grade Masterpiece Replica.

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