Head portrait of Alexander the Great. 51cm.

Description

Head portrait of Alexander the Great, sculpture made of reconstituted marble (70% marble dust + chronolite).

• Total measurements: Height: 51 cm; width: 23 cm; depth: 27 cm.
• Measurement of the head without the base: Height: 31 cm; width: 23 cm; depth: 27 cm

Reproduction of a head portrait of Alexander the Great, sculptures inspired by classical and contemporary art. Handmade in Spain.

The original is a marble portrait of Alexander the Great dating from the 3rd century BC. It is in the Archaeological Museum in Pella, Central Macedonia, Greece.

Alexander the Great (336-323 B.C.) is one of the most fascinating characters in world history. Few men have reached such a “legendary” position as the Macedonian king.

During his reign, he completely changed the political and cultural structure of the area by conquering the Achaemenid Empire and initiating an era of extraordinary cultural exchange, in which the Greeks expanded into the Mediterranean and the Near East. This is the so-called Hellenistic period (323 BC – 30 BC)
In its thirty-two years of life, its Empire extended from Greece to the Indus valley in the East and to Egypt in the West, where it founded the city of Alexandria. He sought the unity of peoples beyond their religion and culture based on the best of the human being.

Interior decoration with reproductions of sculptures of characters from classical antiquity, such as this head of Alexander the Great, is an elegant and timeless way to add a touch of sophistication to our home spaces. These sculptures of historical and mythological figures evoke and bring to our day the grandeur of ancient Greece and Rome. Placed on shelves, mantelpieces, or pedestals, in a living room or library, art reproductions like this can inspire us and make us feel a special connection to history. Furthermore, their presence can serve as a focal point in a room, adding an artistic and cultural touch to home decor, and creating a unique, beautiful, and evocative atmosphere. Decorating with works of art not only enriches our home spaces but also enriches the soul with their beauty and meaning.

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