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Apollo Musagete, marble, Ancient Art, Sala delle Muse, The Pio-Clementino Museum, Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Apollo Musagete, marble, Ancient Art, Sala delle Muse, The Pio-Clementino Museum, Vatican Museums, Vatican City
Apollo Musagete, marble, Ancient Art, Sala delle Muse, The Pio-Clementino Museum, Vatican Museums, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums, The Pio-Clementino Museum, Sala delle Muse Sculpture. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:I sec.a.C.-III sec.d.C
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-006506-0000
Media ID 33109851
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apollo Aromatic And Medicinal Divinity Instrument Or Document Laurel Laurel Wreath Lyre Mantle Cloak Music Greco Roman
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This photograph captures the timeless beauty of the Apollo Musagete sculpture, a masterpiece of ancient art. The marble figure is housed in the Sala delle Muse within The Pio-Clementino Museum, located in the Vatican Museums of Vatican City. Dating back to the 1st century BC to the 3rd century AD, this remarkable artwork depicts Apollo, a male divinity from Greek mythology. Adorned with a laurel wreath on his head and draped in an elegant mantle cloak, he holds a lyre - an instrument synonymous with music and creativity. The Apollo Musagete exudes grace and power as he stands tall amidst lush vegetation. The laurel plant surrounding him symbolizes both aromatic and medicinal properties attributed to it throughout history. This image beautifully showcases not only the exquisite craftsmanship of Greco-Roman sculptures but also their deep connection to nature. Captured around 1890 by Alinari Fratelli, this print allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this ancient artwork. Its monochromatic tones add depth and texture while highlighting its classical features. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness the majesty of Apollo himself. It serves as a reminder that art has no boundaries or limitations; it transcends centuries and continues to inspire awe even today. Whether you are an art enthusiast or simply captivated by mythology's allure, this photograph invites you into a world where gods walked among mortals – where beauty was immortalized through skillful hands.
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