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Pergamon Altar. Athena against the giant Alcyoneus
Pergamon Altar. Built by order of Eumenes II Soter. 164-156 BC by artists of the school of Pergamon. Marble and limestone. East frieze. Gigantomachy. Struggle between gods and giants. Athena taking the young Alcyoneus by the hair while his mother, Gaia, leaves the ground due to the death of his son. Next, the winged Nike. Pergamon Museum. Berlin. Germany
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Pergamon Altar Poster Print from Media Storehouse, showcasing the iconic masterpiece "Pergamon Altar: Athena against the Giant Alcyoneus" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork, dating back to 164-156 BC, is a testament to the grandeur and artistic prowess of the ancient world. Crafted from marble and limestone, the East frieze of the Pergamon Altar depicts the epic struggle between the gods and the giants, or Gigantomachy, in vivid detail. At the heart of this captivating scene, Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, fearlessly engages in combat with the colossal giant Alcyoneus. Bring the rich history and intricate beauty of this ancient masterpiece into your home or office with our high-quality poster print. Perfect for those seeking to adorn their walls with awe-inspiring art and a glimpse into the past, this poster is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for the extraordinary. Order your Pergamon Altar Poster Print today and embark on a journey through time, as you marvel at the breathtaking details and the powerful storytelling captured within this ancient artwork.
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 59.4cm x 39.1cm (23.4" x 15.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning marble and limestone print depicts a captivating scene from the Pergamon Altar, a masterpiece of Hellenistic art created between 164-156 BC. Commissioned by Eumenes II Soter, the king of Pergamon in Asia Minor, the altar was built to showcase the power and grandeur of the Pergamum Acropolis. The East Frieze of the altar, where this image is taken from, illustrates the epic battle between the gods and the giants, known as the Gigantomachy. At the heart of the composition, Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, is shown in fierce determination as she takes young Alcyoneus, a giant, by the hair. His mother, Gaia, the goddess of the Earth, is depicted reacting to her son's imminent demise, as she begins to rise from the ground. The winged goddess Nike, symbolizing victory, hovers above the scene, adding an element of triumph to the chaotic battle. This intricately carved relief is a testament to the artistic prowess of the Pergamon School, which flourished during the Hellenistic period. The altar, now housed in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin, Germany, is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of ancient civilizations and the enduring allure of mythological tales.
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