The Snaked Altar Column Statue Compressed Marble Powder Sculpture Bergama Museum

Weight: 8 kg The Snaked Altar, situated atop a marble column at the entrance square of the Ancient City of Asclepion, holds the distinction of being recognized as the earliest symbol of medicine and pharmacy. The altar's prominent position within the Asclepion complex highlights its importance in the context of ancient medical practices. It served as a visual representation of the profound connection between spirituality and healing, as Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine, was often depicted alongside snakes, which were regarded as symbols of rebirth and rejuvenation. Today, the original Snaked Altar finds its rightful place of honor in the prestigious Bergama Museum. Visitors to the museum can marvel at its intricate details and appreciate the craftsmanship of the ancient artisans who sculpted it. The altar's preservation allows us to delve into the depths of history and gain insights into the ancient world's understanding and reverence for medicine. *Crafted from compressed marble powder. *Manufactured using molds...

There are 3 pieces in this set. Small: Height: 36 cm / Weight: 6,5 kg Medium: Height: 46 cm / Weight: 7.5 kg Large: Width: 22.5 cm / Depth: 15 cm / Height: 58 cm /Weight: 8.5 kg Ion...

Hermes is the messenger god in Greek mythology. He is the quickest and most clever of the gods. The original is displayed in the Istanbul Archeological Museum. Hermes, a descendant ...

Weight: 7,5 kg Ionic regular columns, born on the western and southern coasts of Anatolia, have a thin, long and elegant form. agu's special selection brings the most important scul...

Hermes is the messenger god in Greek mythology. He is the quickest and most clever of the gods. The original is displayed in the Istanbul Archeological Museum. Hermes, a descendant ...

Weight: 6,5 kg Ionic regular columns, born on the western and southern coasts of Anatolia, have a thin, long and elegant form. Lagu's special selection brings the most important scu...

Rare and highly unusual antique Japanese statue of the esoteric deity 'Dakini Ten,' a Buddhist goddess who was associated with the agricultural...

Late 19th century small bronze statue of Vishnu, chiseled with great detail on a fine casting, lost wax process. 2 1/2" x 1 3/8" x 4...

Small bronze serene standing figure, a Hindu God, lost wax casting. 19th Century. 1 1/2" x 1" x 3 3/4" H.

Rare Japanese antique statue of a Chinese child performing Tai chi capturing the pose in motion. Middle Edo period, circa 1750. Made from polychrome on carved ...

This striking sculpture is part of the Flame collection and features a square base with a vertical structure in unpolished iron, supporting an extruded polyurethane body shaped like ...

A layered design preciously covered in silver leaf and sinuous, stylized contours mark the sublime silhouette of this artful sculpture shaped like an elegant swan. Finished with plaster applied in relief, it is deftly crafted from extruded polyurethane and boasts generous dimensions that further contribute to its statement-making potential, especially when hit by a stream of light.