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Greek art: Laocoon group (marble)
LRI4658183 Greek art: Laocoon group (marble) by Greek; Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Greek art: Laocoon group. The priest of Apollo, Laocoon, died by two snakes, with his children. Work of Rhodians Agesandre, Athenodore and Polydorus, 2nd or 1st century BC, from the Thermal Baths of Titus in Rome. Dim. 242 cm museum Pio-Clementino, Vatican); Luisa Ricciarini
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The Laocoon group, a stunning marble sculpture from Greek antiquity, captures the tragic moment of the priest of Apollo's demise at the hands of two menacing snakes. This masterpiece by Rhodian artists Agesandre, Athenodore, and Polydorus dates back to the 2nd or 1st century BC and was discovered in the Thermal Baths of Titus in Rome.
Standing at an impressive height of 242 cm, this work is now housed in the museum Pio-Clementino within Vatican City. The intricate carving and lifelike portrayal of Laocoon and his children struggling against their reptilian attackers evoke a sense of drama and emotion that has captivated viewers for centuries.
The detailed craftsmanship on display here speaks to the skill and artistry of ancient Greek sculptors, who were able to breathe life into stone with such precision and finesse. Through this piece, we are transported back to a time when mythology intertwined with everyday life, where gods and monsters walked among mortals.
As we gaze upon this powerful image depicting themes of war, violence, and death, we are reminded of the enduring legacy left behind by these mythological tales. The Laocoon group stands as a testament to both human creativity and our fascination with stories from antiquity.
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