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Antonio Canova (1757-1822), the renowned Neoclassical sculptor, left an impressive legacy of work, with a significant portion dedicated to portraiture and mythological subjects. Among his most celebrated pieces is The Repentant Magdalene, a sculpture...

These are the only works that he realized far from Florence.In the following years he continued painting remaining loyal to his style based on refined elegance and charming ethereal figures, the choice of the subjects instead underwent a change,...

Found in mythologies across the globe, the hare is a loyal companion to the divine, sometimes even taking on the form of a goddess herself. A symbol of swiftness and power, they are often called upon to convey important messages between worlds. In...

The origin of Kathak is traditionally attributed to the traveling bards in the of ancient northern India known as Kathakars or storytellers.[1] The term Kathak is derived from the Vedic Sanskrit word Katha which means "story", and Kathakar which...

The first group (exhibited in the museum together with this group) includes: the metope of the Sphinx, one of the best-known ancient mythological creature, in which the monster is crouching in profile to the right ready to spring; the metope with the...

***The Story Behind the Golden Apple of Discord*** In Greek mythology, the Golden Apple of Discord is credited with sparking the Trojan War, a ten-year conflict that ended in the destruction of Troy. It all began at the wedding of King Peleus to the...

The first group (exhibited in the museum together with this group) includes: the metope of the Sphinx, one of the best-known ancient mythological creature, in which the monster is crouching in profile to the right ready to spring; the metope with the...

Several similar statuettes have been found, leading to their collective reference as Venus figurines, although they pre-date the mythological figure of Venus by millennia. Following a re-evaluation of the site's stratigraphy in 1990, the estimated...

Join us as we explore the intricate details of this iconic character and dive into the rich mythology of the X-Men saga. Unveiling Psylocke:Psylocke, also known as Betsy Braddock, is a formidable mutant with telekinetic and telepathic abilities. Her...

Several texts relate mythological anecdotes associated with his birth and exploits, explaining his distinct iconography. Ganesha emerged as a distinct deity in the 4th and 5th centuries CE, during the Gupta Period, inheriting traits from Vedic and...

Garuda - a majestic bird-like creature that soars through Hindu and Buddhist mythology. -Stage 1 - Design We envision Garuda as a man transformed into an eagle-like being by a bionic suit. Our sculpture captures this transformation in progress,...

The mythology behind Patanjali's half human half snake body is typical of Hindu lore. The story goes that Gonika a yogini, fearing that her life was coming to an end, prayed to the gods to send her a son to whom she could impart all her yogic...

The Tree of Life – An Ancient Celtic Symbol The Tree of Life has appeared in countless cultures, religions and mythologies all over the world and throughout history. Clearly, the idea of a mystical tree which embodies the essence of life is not...

Prometheus, meaning "forethought," is a Titan in Greek mythology, best known as the benefactor who brought fire to mankind. Prometheus sided with Zeus and the ascending Olympian gods in the vast cosmological struggle against Cronus and the other...

Qarinah In Arabian mythology, the qarînah (قرينة) is a spirit similar to the succubus, with origins possibly in ancient Egyptian religion or in the animistic beliefs of pre-Islamic Arabia. A qarînah "sleeps with the person and has relations during...

JÖRMUNGANDR - MIDGARD SERPENT In Norse mythology, Jörmungandr, also known as the Midgard Serpent or World Serpent, is a sea serpent, the middle child of Loki and the giantess Angrboða. According to the Prose Edda, Odin took Loki's three children by...

The title "Naiad" refers to the name "Naiades," which means water nymphs in Greek mythology. In her right hand, Naiad holds a shell that represents her origin. Darville has a deep love for classicism and made his debut with it. He later evolved into...

The boy is naked like the heroes of mythology, but his body is not idealized and his hearty laugh reveals his teeth, a real breach of good taste. The tradition of representing children at play did exist in Hellenistic sculpture, but Rude emphasized...

As daughters of Jupiter (or Zeus in Greek mythology), they were revered companions to the Muses. Thalia, representing youth and beauty, stands alongside Euphrosyne, embodying mirth, with Aglaia personifying elegance. Canova's fascination with the...

The Tree of Life – An Ancient Celtic Symbol The Tree of Life has appeared in countless cultures, religions and mythologies all over the world and throughout history. Clearly, the idea of a mystical tree which embodies the essence of life is not...

The Tree of Life – An Ancient Celtic Symbol The Tree of Life has appeared in countless cultures, religions and mythologies all over the world and throughout history. Clearly, the idea of a mystical tree which embodies the essence of life is not...

The boy is naked like the heroes of mythology, but his body is not idealized and his hearty laugh reveals his teeth, a real breach of good taste. The tradition of representing children at play did exist in Hellenistic sculpture, but Rude emphasized...

Each face is based off of a historical/mythological personage from its respective country (the knight of Finland bears a resemblance to Carl Gustaf Mannerheim, the Swedish knight looks like Max Von Sydow, the Icelandic knight looks like a statue of...

1–12 and 21–32) depict the Battle of the Lapiths and Centaurs, also known as the Centauromachy, where mythological Athenian king Theseus takes part. The battle between the Centaurs and Lapiths erupts during the wedding feast of Pirithous, the king of...

The mythology behind Patanjali's half human half snake body is typical of Hindu lore. The story goes that Gonika a yogini, fearing that her life was coming to an end, prayed to the gods to send her a son to whom she could impart all her yogic...

It continued to be featured prominently in Irish mythology and folklore, in which it is said to be a dwelling of the deities, particularly The Dagda and his son Aengus. Antiquarians first began its study in the seventeenth century, and archaeological...

It is a reminder that hard work and dedication can lead to remarkable results, much like the mythological story of Perseus, who bravely defeated Medusa and emerged victorious. The "Head of Medusa" trophy embodies this spirit of perseverance and...

In this case, the theme was inspired by a mythological episode: the main panel and short sides depict the battle of the Greeks and Amazons during the Trojan War. This episode is marked by Queen Penthesilea's death in Achilles' arms, who fell in love...

Hares are mysterious creatures found in mythologies all over the world. The hare is a loyal companion to the gods or sometimes a goddess herself. A symbol of swiftness, they can be messengers, representing fertility and life. Indeed, the last corn...

He is sometimes depicted as Apollo, the eternal youth of Greek mythology; at other times, he embodies Mercury (Greek Hermes), the messenger god. Several statues show him dressed in Egyptian attire, allowing an association with the Egyptian god Osiris...