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Amazing "Minotaur of the Labyrinth of Crete"

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Amazing Italian "Minotaur of the Labyrinth of Crete". 20th century. carrara marble. Measures : height: 206 cm. width : 65 cm. depth : 51 cm. weight : 240 kg. head Size : 43 cm x 39 cm. The Minotaur (Minótauros) is a figure from Greek mythology. Son of the Bull of Crete and of Pasiphae, queen of Crete, he was a monstrous and ferocious being, with the body of a man and the head of a bull who was born at the behest of Poseidon, the god of the sea, who intended to punish the king of Crete, Minos. Athens, defeated by Minos, was forced to pay a horrible tribute by offering him seven boys and seven girls every year. IMPORTANT NOTICE: I DO NOT ANSWER PEOPLE WHO WANT TO WASTE THEIR TIME ASKING USELESS QUESTIONS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED MAKE A SERIOUS PROPOSAL. Important Note: Transport is understood via sea (sea shipping) and is understood up to the port of arrival. Delivery at the buyer's street door has a cost of € 2000 There is a personalized delivery service to high floors with a company specialized in assembling works of art. This service has a cost of €3500 - €7500, depending on the difficulty of delivery.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 81.11 in (206 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 20.08 in (51 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779236186642
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