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The statue of Laocoon and His Sons c. 1890 (colour chromolithograph)
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The statue of Laocoon and His Sons c. 1890 (colour chromolithograph)
1065623 The statue of LaocoAon and His Sons c.1890 (colour chromolithograph) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The statue of LaocoAon and His Sons (Italian: Gruppo del Laocoonte), also called the LaocoAon Group, has been one of the most famous ancient sculptures ever since it was excavated in Rome in 1506 and placed on public display in the Vatican, where it remains. Exceptionally, it appears to be identifiable with a statue praised in the highest terms by the main Roman writer on art, Pliny the Elder. The figures are near life-size and the group is a little over 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in height, showing the Trojan priest LaocoAon and his sons Antiphantes and Thymbraeus being attacked by sea serpents;
LaocoAon was a Trojan priest of Poseidon who was killed with both his sons after attempting to expose the ruse of the Trojan Horse by striking it with a spear.
); Prismatic Pictures; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22219650
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1800s Agony Attacked Classic Creature Hellenistic Icon Image Laocoon Pain Sea Serpent Serpents Sons Struggle Struggling Suffering Trojan Vatican Monks Serpent Snakes Thymbraeus
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This print showcases the renowned statue of Laocoon and His Sons, a masterpiece that has captivated art enthusiasts for centuries. Created by the German School in the 19th century, this colour chromolithograph beautifully captures the essence of this ancient sculpture. The statue itself holds an intriguing history. Excavated in Rome in 1506 and later displayed at the Vatican, it has become one of the most famous sculptures from antiquity. It is believed to be identical to a statue highly praised by Pliny the Elder, an esteemed Roman writer on art. Standing at over 2 meters tall, this near life-size group portrays Laocoon, a Trojan priest of Poseidon, along with his sons Antiphantes and Thymbraeus. The scene depicts their tragic fate as they are attacked by menacing sea serpents. According to legend, Laocoon met his demise after attempting to expose the deceitful Trojan Horse by striking it with a spear. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Prismatic Pictures collection, viewers can appreciate not only the skillful craftsmanship but also delve into Greek mythology's dramatic tales. With its vibrant colors and intricate details brought forth through chromolithography techniques popular during that era, this artwork continues to mesmerize audiences worldwide.
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