Medusa head with conical base. 24cm.

Description

Medusa head with conical base, reproduction of a high-quality sculpture made from molded marble (marble dust bound with resin). The aging finish is achieved by applying patinas based on natural earths, giving it the texture and appearance of a sculpture beautified by the passage of time.

Total measurements (figure plus base): Height: 24 cm. Width: 18 cm. Depth: 11 cm.

Approximate weight: 3 kg.

Reproduction of a Medusa head with conical base, a figure of unique beauty, ideal for decoration or as a distinguished gift. The piece we offer boasts special elegance and delicacy, expressed in its lines. This Medusa sculpture is an excellent choice for those who are looking for a classic and elegant piece of decoration, either for their home or for their workplace.

This Medusa figure has a magnificent presence for interior decoration (living rooms, lobbies, libraries, and offices) as well as for outdoor spaces, terraces, and gardens, being resistant to the elements.

Reproductions of sculptures, inspired by original museum pieces. Classical art. Handmade in Europe.

In Greek mythology, Medusa, with her hair of snakes and petrifying gaze, is a terrifying mythological creature. Described as one of the three Gorgon sisters, the myth narrates how she was originally a beautiful woman who suffered Athena’s punishment after defiling the goddess’s temple in a romantic encounter with Poseidon. Athena’s curse transformed her hair into venomous snakes and condemned her to turn anyone who looked at her to stone.

In the myth, the hero Perseus, aided by the gods, faced Medusa. Using his shield as a mirror to avoid looking at her directly, Perseus beheaded her, using her head as a weapon against his enemies until he finally gave it to Athena. In representations of Athena, Medusa’s head often appears on the goddess’s chest or aegis, sometimes on her shield. Medusa became a symbol of danger, and her image has transcended mythology, influencing art, literature, and popular culture over the centuries.