Tag: Roman sculpture

  • Bacchus: Roman Sculpture in Boboli Gardens

    Bacchus: Roman Sculpture in Boboli Gardens

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    Roman Sculpture of Bacchus in the Boboli Gardens Time Period: 1st – 2nd Century A.D. Location: Storage room of the Boboli Gardens, also known as “Stanzonaccio” Material: Greek medium-grained marble Dimensions: Height 176 cm (including plinth) Inventory Number: Boboli Gardens no 220 This captivating sculpture depicts the youthful god Bacchus, equivalent to the Greek Dionysus,…

  • Examination of a Roman Marble Sculpture of Venus

    Examination of a Roman Marble Sculpture of Venus

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    Overview of an Ancient Roman Sculpture Period and Material Dating from the late 1st century to the early 2nd century A.D., this sculpture is crafted from Carrara marble, measuring approximately 150.5 x 58.4 x 53.3 cm and weighing around 426.38 kg. Acquisition Details This artwork was purchased by the museum in honor of Mrs. W.…

  • The Artistic Journey of the Statue of Bacchus

    The Artistic Journey of the Statue of Bacchus

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    Statue of Bacchus: An Artistic Legacy Overview The Statue of Bacchus, an impressive artifact created between the first and third centuries, showcases both the artistry of an unknown Roman creator and a series of restorative efforts. Standing at dimensions of 96 5/8 x 30 x 28 1/2 inches (245.4 x 76.2 x 72.4 centimeters), this…