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Marble sculpture portraying a youth with winged feet, the so-called genius of death. This work is on display at the Galleria dell'Accademia
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Marble sculpture portraying a youth with winged feet, the so-called genius of death. This work is on display at the Galleria dell'Accademia
Marble sculpture portraying a youth with winged feet, the so-called genius of death. This work is on display at the Galleria dell'Accademia Florence Galleria dell'Accademia Sculpture Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1890. Date of Artwork:I I sec. ca
Brogi Giacomo, Stabilimento fotografico
BGA-F-009665-0000
Media ID 33164038
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Finger Foot Funerary Genius Hair Hand Male Figure Mouth Lips Nose Wing Abstract Concept And Symbol Parts Of The Body Type Of Representation
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This print captures a mesmerizing marble sculpture that resides within the esteemed Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence. The artwork, dating back to the 1st century AD, portrays a youthful figure with wings on his feet, commonly known as the genius of death. The sculpture stands tall and proud, embodying both beauty and mystery. Its intricate details showcase the impeccable craftsmanship of Roman art from ancient civilization. The artist skillfully carved every element of this male figure, emphasizing various body parts such as hands, fingers, toes, hair, eyes, nose, and even wings. As an allegorical representation of death itself, this funerary genius serves as an abstract concept and symbolizes mortality in its purest form. The nude human body is depicted flawlessly with remarkable precision. Brogi Giacomo's photograph taken in 1890 perfectly preserves this timeless masterpiece for generations to come. Through his lens at Alinari's photographic studio, he captured not only the physical attributes but also the essence and aura surrounding this extraordinary work of art. Visitors to Galleria dell'Accademia are left awe-inspired by witnessing such a profound creation that transcends time and space. This photograph allows us to appreciate not just the artistic brilliance behind it but also its historical significance within European culture. Whether one admires it for its aesthetic appeal or delves into deeper contemplation about life's transience through its symbolism - this marble sculpture continues to captivate hearts and minds alike throughout centuries past and present.
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