Mouse Mat : Head of an statue of Aphrodite. Ca. 300-290 BC
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Head of an statue of Aphrodite. Ca. 300-290 BC
Head of an statue of the Aphrodite goddess. Ca. 300-290 BC. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany
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300bc Aphrodite Curly Deity Glyptothek Goddess Munich Mythological Romans Younger Myth
Mouse Mat
A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.9cm x 25.4cm (6.7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 21.8cm x 26.9cm (8.6" x 10.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite head, believed to be from a statue of the ancient Greek goddess Aphrodite, dates back to around 300-290 BC. Discovered and now proudly displayed at the Glyptothek Museum in Munich, Germany, this masterpiece of Hellenistic art showcases the captivating beauty and youthful allure of the goddess of love and fertility. The intricately carved curls of Aphrodite's voluminous hair cascade down her shoulders, framing her delicate features and expressive face. Her eyes, closed in a serene and contemplative gaze, convey a sense of tranquility and inner peace. The subtle details of her nose, lips, and ears add to the lifelike quality of the sculpture, making it easy to imagine the goddess herself standing before us. The Hellenistic period, which spanned from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC to the Roman conquest of Greece in 146 BC, was characterized by a renewed interest in Greek art and culture. This head of Aphrodite is a testament to the artistic achievements of this era, demonstrating the skill and mastery of the ancient Greek sculptors. The goddess Aphrodite was revered not only as a deity of love and beauty but also as a protector of seafarers and sailors. Her image was often depicted holding a mirror or a conch shell, symbols of her vanity and association with the sea. This head, however, captures a more introspective and contemplative side of the goddess, inviting us to ponder the depths of her mythological persona and the enduring power of ancient art.
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