The marble statue of Venus de Milos from the ancient Roman Empire period

The marble statue of Venus de Milos from the ancient Roman Empire period

The Venus de Milos, also known as the Broken Arm Venus, was discovered on Milos Island in 1820 and immediately caused a sensation throughout Europe. It was contested by several countries, and the arms of the sculpture were unfortunately destroyed during the chaos. After many twists and turns, it was finally purchased by France as a birthday gift to King Louis XVIII of France, who then gave it to the Houston Museum of Fine Arts. From then on, Venus became a broken arm goddess. However, the lost arms instead interpret a flawed beauty.
World's top art sculpture, broken arm Venus plaster statue

World's top art sculpture, broken arm Venus plaster statue

The Venus de Milos, also known as the "Broken Arm Venus", was discovered on Milos Island in 1820 and immediately caused a sensation throughout Europe. It was contested by several countries and the arms of the sculpture were unfortunately destroyed during the chaos. After many twists and turns, it was finally purchased by France as a birthday gift to King Louis XVIII of France, who then gave it to the Louvre. Venus also became a broken arm goddess from then on. However, the lost arms instead interpret a flawed beauty.
Venus statue of Milo 2.02 meters high

Venus statue of Milo 2.02 meters high

The statue of Venus in Milo is a famous piece of ancient Greek sculpture, also known as Venus de Milo. It was found in an ancient city on the Greek island of Milos, hence the name Venus of Milo. This statue is about 2.02 meters high and carved from marble. It was brought to the Louvre in Paris, France in 1863. Since then, it has become one of the important symbols of world art. Milo's Venus statue has attracted countless audiences with its excellent carving skills and elegant image.