Ephebe Collection

Funerary stele of Paramonos. Greece
Funerary stele of Paramonos, ephebos of the Piraeus. 2nd century AD. Archaeological Museum of Marathon. Greece

The Kritios Boy, after 490 BC (marble)
LRI696521 The Kritios Boy, after 490 BC (marble) by Greek, (5th century BC); height: 86 cm; Acropolis Museum, Athens, Greece; (add.info.: Ephebe de Kritios (Cresios)

Attic red-figure cup depicting Dionysos bringing Hephaestus back to Mount Olympus, c
698898 Attic red-figure cup depicting Dionysos bringing Hephaestus back to Mount Olympus, c.480 BC (pottery) (b/w photo) by Douris, (c.500-460 BC); 12x31 cm; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Greek civilization, Kritios Boy or Kritios Ephebe, Marble statue
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. The Kritios Boy or the Kritios Ephebe, 480 b.C. marble statue

Bronze statue of Ephebe pouring drink, from Volubilis (Morocco)
Roman civilization, 1st-2nd century A.D. Bronze statue of ephebe pouring drink. Copy of Greek original by Praxiteles. From Volubilis (Morocco)

Marble statue of ephebe athlete wrapped in chlamys. from Aydin (ancient Tralles), Turkey
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Marble statue of an ephebe athlete wrapped in a chlamys. From Aydin, ancient Tralles, Turkey

The Turtle Fountain. Detail. Turtle and bronze ephebe. 16th c
The Turtle Fountain. Italian Renaissance. Built between 1580-1588 by Giacomo della Porta (1533-1602) and Taddeo Landini (1561-1596). Detail. Turtle and bronze ephebe. Rome. Italy

Magna Graecia. Red figure pottery. Amphora. Decoration. Eph
Art Greek. Magna Graecia. Greek vase painting. Red figure pottery. Amphora. Decoration. Ephebe with mirror. Comes from Taranto. Italy. Museum of Perfume. Barcelona. Spain

Unfinished funerary statue of Victorian ephebe
Unfinished funerary statue of a Victorian ephebe. Pentelic marble. Found in the ancient cemetery of the Kerameikos, Athens

Detail of cup depicting ephebe with dove
Greek civilization, 6th-5th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Detail of a cup depicting an ephebe with a dove

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The captivating world of "ephebe" comes to life in the Funerary stele of Paramonos, a mesmerizing artifact from ancient Greece. The intricate details on this piece transport us back in time, showcasing the beauty and significance of youth. In the central hall adorned with frescoes by Domenico and Giuseppe Valeriani, we are greeted by winged ephebes that seem to take flight before our eyes. Their ethereal presence adds an enchanting touch to the artwork, capturing the essence of youthful energy and freedom. As we delve deeper into this artistic realm, we encounter another masterpiece by Antonio Allegri Da Correggio. His fresco depicting an adolescent figure in Parma Cathedral's dome showcases the transition from boyhood to manhood with grace and elegance. It serves as a reminder that adolescence is a pivotal stage filled with growth and self-discovery. The balcony scene painted by Allegri further emphasizes this theme, presenting youths engaging in lively conversations while overlooking their surroundings. This depiction reminds us of the camaraderie shared among young individuals during their formative years. Moving on to Assumption of Virgin, another work by Allegri, we witness ephebes alongside apostles paying homage to divine forces. This juxtaposition highlights both earthly desires and spiritual devotion within these young souls. Returning once again to Valeriani's frescoes, we find puttos accompanied by ephebes amidst flower pots – a delightful combination symbolizing beauty and vitality intertwined with nature's wonders. These elements create a harmonious atmosphere that celebrates youthfulness at its finest. Through these various artworks featuring ephebes across different mediums – from funerary steles to cathedral domes – one thing becomes clear: they serve as timeless reminders of youth's vibrancy and potential for greatness. Whether depicted through wings or balconies or even flower pots, these figures embody the spirit of adolescence throughout history.