Marble statue from the Roman Empire period, 'The Injured Amazon'

Marble statue from the Roman Empire period, 'The Injured Amazon'

In Greek art, the Amazon is a mythical race of female warriors from Asia Minor, often depicted fighting against heroes such as Hercules, Achilles, and Theseus. This statue represents a refugee who escaped from battle, losing her weapon and bleeding from the wound beneath her right breast. Her shawl was untied on her shoulders, a waistband was tied around her waist, and a temporary reins were tied around her horse's back. Despite her predicament, there were no signs of pain or fatigue on her face. She gently leaned against a pillar on the left, with her right arm elegantly resting on her head, a gesture usually used to indicate sleep or death.