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Laocoon, detail, marble, Athanodorus, Agesander and Polydorus of Rhodes, Museo Pio Clementino, Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Laocoon, detail, marble, Athanodorus, Agesander and Polydorus of Rhodes, Museo Pio Clementino, Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Laocoon, detail, marble, Athanodorus, Agesander and Polydorus of Rhodes, Museo Pio Clementino, Vatican Museums, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums, Museo Pio Clementino Sculptural Group Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:ante 1908. Date of Artwork:I sec. a.C.-I sec. d.C.. Artist:Agesandro, Polidoro, mitologycal figure, Atenodoro
Brogi Giacomo, Stabilimento fotografico
BGA-F-03412A-0000
Media ID 33159611
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of the renowned sculpture "Laocoon" housed in the Museo Pio Clementino, Vatican Museums, Vatican City. Created by the talented trio of artists Athanodorus, Agesander, and Polydorus of Rhodes during the 1st century BC to 1st century AD, this masterpiece stands as a testament to Roman art's grandeur. The photograph showcases an exquisite portrayal of Laocoon's struggle against serpents coiling around his body. The intricate marble work beautifully captures every sinew and muscle in vivid detail. The artist's skill is evident in their ability to convey both physical agony and emotional turmoil on Laocoon's face. As we delve into mythology through this artwork, we witness the tragic tale of Laocoon - a Trojan priest who warned his people about the Greek wooden horse but was punished by Poseidon for his actions. This sculpture immortalizes that moment when he and his sons were attacked by giant snakes sent by the gods. The composition highlights not only Laocoon himself but also emphasizes reptiles as significant elements within this narrative. These creatures symbolize danger and chaos while adding an eerie atmosphere to the scene. Dating back over a century ago, this photograph taken before 1908 transports us back in time to appreciate ancient civilization's artistic achievements. Brogi Giacomo masterfully captured this iconic piece with precision and attention to detail using photography techniques available at that time. Through Alinari's lens, viewers can now admire this remarkable sculptural group from afar while appreciating its historical significance within Greco-Roman culture. This image serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with mythological tales depicted through art across generations.
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