Athena's Shield in the Parthenon during the Roman Empire

Athena's Shield in the Parthenon during the Roman Empire

This is a small marble statue from the Roman period, which is the Athena shield in the Parthenon temple. This artwork is currently housed in the British Museum in London. The statue was made between 100-150 AD. This shield showcases Athena's shield, which was originally part of the Parthenon temple.
Marble bust of Emperor Grommacus Aurelius

Marble bust of Emperor Grommacus Aurelius

The height of this bust is 73.66 centimeters. Marcus Aurelius (April 26, 121 AD - March 17, 180 AD) was an emperor of the ancient Roman Empire who reigned from 161 AD to 180 AD. He was a philosopher of the Stoic school, known for his philosophical ideas and the book "Reflections". He was also a member of the Nerva Antony dynasty, hailed as the last of the five good emperors and the last emperor of the Roman Empire's peaceful era (27 BC to 180 AD). This statue is currently housed in the British Museum.
Roman Emperor Caracalla marble bust

Roman Emperor Caracalla marble bust

Caracalla was an emperor of the Roman Empire who reigned from 198 to 217 AD. He is known for his strict and cruel way of ruling. This bust has a height of 67.50 centimeters and was discovered at Quattro Fontane on Quirinal Hill in Rome. It is now on display in Gallery 70 of the British Museum.
Ancient Roman Antinos Head Marble Statue

Ancient Roman Antinos Head Marble Statue

The head of this marble statue was taken from a statue of Antinos, who was wearing an ivy wreath. The bust was added later, with the head fixed on top. The head of this statue dates back to the Roman period and was made around 130-140 AD. It was excavated on the Janiculum Mountain in Rome, Lazio, Italy, in Europe. The height of the head of this statue is 81 centimeters and it is currently housed in the British Museum. Antinos was the boyfriend or lover of Roman Emperor Hadrian.
Marble statues of the gods Mars and Venus

Marble statues of the gods Mars and Venus

This statue is made of marble, standing 1.73 meters (5 feet 8 inches) tall, and was crafted between 120-140 AD (with repairs made around 170-175 AD). The male figure originally represented the ancient Roman Emperor Hadrian, but his head was later restored to Lucius Verus. The female image represents his wife Sabina. This statue is currently located in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
Marble sculpture of horse head from ancient Greek classical period

Marble sculpture of horse head from ancient Greek classical period

This marble horse head sculpture was discovered from a tomb monument or temple located in Taranto, Italy. It can be traced back to 350-300 BC, which is the classical period of ancient Greece. This sculpture is now preserved at the British Museum in London.
The marble statue of the Byzantine Empire in ancient Rome, known as the "Marble Maiden Statue"

The marble statue of the Byzantine Empire in ancient Rome, known as the "Marble Maiden Statue"

This artifact is a small Eastern Roman marble statue depicting a young girl. Its production date is around 525 BC to 500 BC, and the statue is made of marble. The posture and attire of this young girl statue are the same as the famous Kore statue found in the Acropolis of Athens. Her left leg moved slightly forward, and her left hand grabbed her thin linen jacket, pulling it tightly over her leg; The right hand may have once held an offering. Her short cloak slanted over her right shoulder and then hung down from her left arm, forming vertical, stacked folds. The surface of the statue becomes vivid due to the variations in clothing layers and textures.
The marble statue 'Giant Half body of Zeus' from Lazio, Italy

The marble statue 'Giant Half body of Zeus' from Lazio, Italy

This statue is a marble bust of Zeus. It was discovered in the Villa Hadrian in Tivoli, Lazio, Italy. Now, the statue is housed in the British Museum in London.
The marble statue of Apollo from the Hellenistic period of ancient Rome

The marble statue of Apollo from the Hellenistic period of ancient Rome

This marble statue is Apollo, holding a qin and quiver in his hand. He was naked except for the cloak around his waist. The right arm that was originally raised, as well as the left wrist and hand, are now missing. This statue is a work from the Hellenistic period of Rome, made in the 2nd century AD. This statue was excavated by an archaeological team led by Sir Robert Murdoch Smith and Edwin A. Borcher at the Temple of Apollo (Cyrene) in Libya. Now, this statue is housed in the British Museum in London. The height of the statue is 2.28 meters. This statue is a Roman replica of the original Greek work dating back to 200-150 BC.
The marble statue "Half body Statue of a Lady" created by Karl Schl ü tte

The marble statue "Half body Statue of a Lady" created by Karl Schl ü tte

Carl Schl ü ter (1846-1884) was a German sculptor of the 19th century. His works are mainly concrete, and he excels in portrait sculpture, especially on female themes. This is a classical bust depicting a young woman. The head of this statue tilts slightly to the right. The base of the bust is a contoured base. The back of the bust bears the author's signature and the year of creation of the work: "C. Schl ü ter. 1880". This statue is now on display at the Czernov Museum in Poland.
Jennings Dog Marble Statue

Jennings Dog Marble Statue

This statue is called Jennings Dog, also known as Duncombe Dog or Alcibiad's Dog. It is a marble statue of a Molossican dog with a trimmed tail, a Roman replica of a copper original from the Hellenistic period. This statue is 1.05 meters high and was discovered in Monte Cagnouolo, Rome. This statue became very famous after arriving in England and was praised as one of the masterpieces of Roman animal sculpture. It was acquired by the British Museum in 2001 and is now exhibited in the G22 exhibition hall.
The marble statue of Roman women from the ancient Roman Empire period, known as the "Roman Female Bust"

The marble statue of Roman women from the ancient Roman Empire period, known as the "Roman Female Bust"

This statue is currently housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Umbria, located in San Domenico, Italy.
The marble statue of the 18th century French castle of Marley, titled 'The Horse Trapped by the Horseman'

The marble statue of the 18th century French castle of Marley, titled 'The Horse Trapped by the Horseman'

The Horse Trapped by the Horseman, also known as the Malima, depicts a galloping horse and a horseman pulling the horse. These sculptures are made of Carrara marble and were created by sculptor Guillaume Cousteau between 1743 and 1745. The sculpture was originally ordered by King Louis XV to be made to decorate the entrance of the Mari Castle and replace the removed sculpture. Due to the damage caused by the armored vehicle parade on July 14th, they were replaced with reconstructed marble replicas made by Michel Bourbon in his studio in Bouyg. The original document is now preserved in an old building in the Louvre that has been transformed into a courtyard, known as the Marley Courtyard.
The marble statue "Resting Hunter" from the Baroque period in France

The marble statue "Resting Hunter" from the Baroque period in France

This work was originally commissioned by the King's Department of Architecture in 1707 to be created by Nicolas Kustu for the decoration of the front yard of the Mari Castle. This work was moved to the terrace of the Tuileries Palace in 1716 and was inventoried there in 1824. On September 28, 1870, this work was sent to the Louvre Museum. Another title of this work is' Rest after Adonis Hunting '. This very exquisite sculpture showcases Nicolas Kustu's superb sculptural skills.
Statue of Mercury on a Flying Horse

Statue of Mercury on a Flying Horse

This sculpture is the work of French sculptor Antoine Coysevox and is currently housed in the Louvre Museum. This work was created between 1698 and 1702, depicting the scene of Mercury riding a flying horse. The height of this sculpture is 3.15 meters, the width is 2.91 meters, and the depth is 1.28 meters. It is made of Carrara marble.
Sebastian Slotz's "Annibal"

Sebastian Slotz's "Annibal"

The statue is "Annibal" created by Sebastian Slotz. This statue was made between 1687 and 1722. The height of the statue is 2.5 meters and the width is 1.068 meters. The inscription on the statue reads: 'Seb. Slodtz. Ficit. 1722'. This statue was placed in the Tuileries Garden in June 1722, opposite the statue of "Julius Caesar" by Nicolas Kustu. At this time, the statue was given a date. This statue entered the Louvre on June 5, 1872 and is still on display at the Louvre today.
Statue of the mythological figure Mercury

Statue of the mythological figure Mercury

This sculpture is created by B Created by Thorvaldsen, currently housed in the Krakow National Museum. This work has been digitized as part of the Malopolska Virtual Museum project. In this work, the mythological figure Mercury (i.e. Hermes in Greek mythology) is preparing to kill Argos. The height of this sculpture is 174.5 centimeters, carved from marble. The creation date of this work is between March 21, 1819 and 1822. This work is part of the neoclassical art movement and reflects the modernity of Europe.
The marble statue of the Lion King crushing the evil snake in Rittenhouse Square

The marble statue of the Lion King crushing the evil snake in Rittenhouse Square

The sculpture is the first one installed in Rittenhouse Square, and the Lion King crushing the evil snake is a sculpture created by French Romantic sculptor Antoine Louis Barry, symbolizing the monarchy's lion suppressing the evil snake. This sculpture may be seen as a meaningful statement about social order: the lion here generally refers to the royal family, and more specifically, to the city of Lyon, as its emblem features a lion with an open mouth and a royal iris decoration below. The sculpture is now housed in the Smithsonian Museum of American Art in the United States.
The marble bow statue of the British fifth class frigate 'The Old Father Thames'

The marble bow statue of the British fifth class frigate 'The Old Father Thames'

The statue is a cultural relic dating back to 1823, which was a five class frigate with 46 guns built at Chatham Shipbuilding. The statue is a carefully carved marble male half body, depicting an angry river god and undoubtedly representing the spirit of the Thames River. The statue is known as the 'Old Father Thames' and was taken from the fifth class frigate HMS Thames (1823). The Thames River is an important river that serves as the main trade route to the busiest port in London. It is an important shipbuilding center with royal docks and numerous private companies, and the statue is now housed in the National Maritime Museum in London.
The marble statue of the Nine Muses - Erato during the reign of Emperor Hadrian in ancient Greece

The marble statue of the Nine Muses - Erato during the reign of Emperor Hadrian in ancient Greece

Erato is one of the nine Muses in Greek mythology, and she is the goddess of inspiration for literature, science, and art. Erato is the muse of lyrical poetry, especially erotic poetry. In Orphic hymns, Erato is known for her visual charm. Since the Renaissance, she has been often depicted wearing a wreath of myrtle and roses, holding a harp or small harp, which is an instrument often associated with Apollo. This statue is made of marble and comes from Mount Calvo in the 2nd century AD. It is now collected at the Carlsberg Art Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The marble statue "Aphrodite Bathing" from the classical period of ancient Greece

The marble statue "Aphrodite Bathing" from the classical period of ancient Greece

Aphrodite is the goddess of love and beauty in ancient Greek mythology, often depicted in scenes related to water, such as bathing or drying oneself after bathing. This is one of the most famous sculptures of Aphrodite, created by the Greek sculptor Praxiteles in the 4th century BC. The statue is a typical feature of ancient Greek sculpture, depicting the scene of a goddess suddenly startled while bathing. The statue is now housed in the British Museum. Many versions of the statue depict Aphrodite attempting to cover her body with her hands or a falling curtain. In this statue, Aphrodite crouches naked and turns her head to the right, as if startled.
Marble statue of ancient Greek philosopher 'Half body of Gorgias'

Marble statue of ancient Greek philosopher 'Half body of Gorgias'

Ancient Greek philosopher and rhetorician of the 5th century BC, renowned for his wisdom. He was born in the city of Lyon, Sicily, around 490 BC or later. In his early years, he studied rhetoric, argumentation, natural philosophy, and medicine with Empedocles. His ideas were influenced by Zeno, but mainly originated from Protagoras. In 427 BC, he sent an envoy to Athens to request a united opposition against Syracuse, and in his later years lived in Larisa in Thessalya.
Roman Empire period marble statue "dance muse"

Roman Empire period marble statue "dance muse"

This marble statue is the work of ancient Rome in the 2nd century AD and is now in the museum in Copenhagen, Denmark. The rotation movement emphasized by the right hand holding the cloak indicates that the woman is dancing. She's the muse, the muse of dance. The muse in Greek mythology is the muse of sacred poetry, sacred hymns, dance and eloquence, and agriculture and pantomime. She is depicted as very serious, contemplative and meditative, often putting her fingers to her mouth, wearing a long cloak and veil, and resting her elbows on a post. It is also sometimes considered the muse of geometry and meditation. Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark
University of Applied Arts Vienna Holy Cross Courtyard Marble Portal

University of Applied Arts Vienna Holy Cross Courtyard Marble Portal

The entrance to the University of Applied Arts in Vienna, Austria, is part of the Holy Cross Courtyard, a courtyard complex in the center of Vienna. It is located between the streets of the beautiful Lantern and Grashov, and is today surrounded by a complex of monastery courtyards, abbeys, houses of worship and apartment buildings. The courtyard of the Holy Cross is often called the oldest apartment building in Vienna. It was built in the 13th century and has since then belonged to the Sist Monastery of the Holy Cross. Most of the chapel of the courtyard and the courtyard of the abbot were demolished during the Baroque period and rebuilt by order of the abbot of the Abbey of the Holy Cross between 1659 and 1676.