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Taurobolium Altar. National Archaeological Museum. Athens. G
Taurobolium Altar (360-370) with relief depicting the goddess Cybele enthroned with Demeter (right) flanked by Persephone Kore and Iacchus. Probably from Chalandri. National Archaeological Museum. Athens. Greece
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Altar Archaeological Athens Bas Relief Ceremony Cult Cybele Demeter Eleusinian Eleusis Enthroned Goddess Initiation Kore Marble Mysteres Mysteries Mystery Mythology Pentelic Persephone Rite Snake Throne Myth Taurobolium
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 Taurobolium Altar, dating back to the 4th century AD, is a remarkable testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece. Discovered in Chalandri, near Athens, this marble masterpiece is now proudly displayed at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. The altar's intricate bas-relief depicts the goddess Cybele, the Great Mother Goddess, enthroned at the center, flanked by Demeter, the goddess of the harvest, and her daughter Persephone Kore, the goddess of the underworld. Iacchus or Iakchos, the god of vegetation and fertility, stands to the left of Cybele. The scene represents the Taurobolium, an ancient religious rite believed to have originated in Phrygia and later adopted in Rome and Greece. The ceremony was dedicated to Cybele and involved the sacrifice of a bull, symbolizing rebirth and renewal. The initiates would bathe in the blood of the sacrificed bull, believing it would bring them purification and salvation. The intricate details of the relief, such as the snakes coiling around Cybele's throne and the elaborate folds of the goddesses' robes, showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the ancient Greek sculptors. The Taurobolium Altar is a captivating reminder of the complex mythology, religious practices, and artistic achievements of ancient Greece. This masterpiece continues to inspire awe and fascination, offering a glimpse into the mysteries of the past.
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