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Greek Art. Archaic Age. 6th century BCE. Bronze tripod foot
Greek Art. Archaic Age. 6th century BCE. Bronze tripod foot with six reliefs depicting: 1-Woman holding a horse by the reins, 2 - Lion and Scorpion, 3 - Odysseus escapes the Cyclops hidden under a ram, 4 - Goat and Bird, 5 - Two faced fighting birds, 6 - Pegasus Gorgon with her son. Archaeological Museum of Olympia. Greece
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Archaic Archeological Bronze Claw Cyclops Foot Goat Gorgon Hide Lion Odysseus Olympia Pegasus Rein Scorpion Tripod
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history and artistic beauty of ancient Greece with our exquisite range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a bronze tripod foot from the Archaic Age, circa 6th century BCE. Featuring six intricate reliefs, this piece is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of the era. Witness the mesmerizing depictions of a woman gracefully holding a horse by the reins and a fierce lion and scorpion. Each detail is brought to life, making this print an essential addition to any home or office space. Experience the timeless allure of Greek art with our high-quality poster prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.1cm x 59.4cm (9.9" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 stunning bronze tripod foot, dating back to the Archaic Age of Ancient Greece, around the 6th century BCE, is a remarkable artifact showcasing intricate reliefs that tell captivating stories from Greek mythology. Housed in the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, Greece, this bronze foot is a testament to the artistic prowess and rich cultural heritage of the ancient Greeks. The six reliefs on the foot depict various mythological scenes. The first relief shows a woman gracefully holding a horse by its reins, perhaps symbolizing the bond between human and animal. The second relief features a lion and a scorpion, representing the power and ferocity of nature. The third relief tells the story of Odysseus, the legendary hero, escaping the clutches of the Cyclops, Polyphemus, by hiding under a large ram. The fourth relief shows a goat and a bird, possibly symbolizing the cycle of life and death. The fifth relief features two-faced fighting birds, perhaps representing the duality of nature and the struggle for survival. Lastly, the sixth relief depicts Pegasus, the mythical winged horse, and his mother, the Gorgon Medusa, with her son Chrysaor. The intricate details and the masterful execution of these reliefs on the bronze tripod foot are awe-inspiring, transporting us back to the ancient world and offering a glimpse into the rich mythology and cultural traditions of the Greeks.
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