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1. Introduction of Ancient Greek Statue of Aphrodite Giambologna was a renowned sculptor active in Italy during the late 16th century. Originally from the Netherlands, he was famous for his exquisite bronze and marble sculptures. He served the Medici family in Florence for many years and was a key figure in Mannerist sculpture. His works […]

1. Introduction of Aphrodite of Rhodes Statue This Aphrodite Venus Statue, modeled after “Aphrodite of Rhodes,” belongs to the “squatting Venus” type common in the Hellenistic period. The original Aphrodite of Rhodes Statue, created around the 2nd to 1st century BC, was unearthed in Rhodes in 1923 and is now housed in the Rhodes Archaeological […]

1. Introduction of Aphrodite Marble Statue This sculpture is a recreation of the ancient Greek image of “Venus Bathing,” continuing the classic portrayal of the goddess of love and beauty. This theme flourished during the Hellenistic period, emphasizing more natural body movements and everyday scenes. In this Aphrodite Marble Statue, the figure leans forward noticeably, […]

1. Introduction of Aphrodite Nude Statue Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, symbolizes attraction, desire, and the continuation of life. The most widely accepted story of her birth is that she rose from sea foam, representing pure and primal beauty. In the “Judgment of Paris,” she won the golden apple in exchange for […]

1. Introduction of Aphrodite Statue Leg up In ancient Greek mythology, Aphrodite is not only a symbol of love and beauty but also closely associated with the sea, marriage, and feminine charm. Besides the legend of her birth from the sea, she is also considered a deity who maintains the balance between emotions and desires. […]

1. Introduction of Roman Statue Venus Venus is the Roman goddess of love and beauty, corresponding to Aphrodite in Greek mythology. She symbolizes not only love and desire but also fertility, prosperity, and the vitality of nature. In Roman culture, Venus was considered one of the nation’s patron goddesses, especially revered as “Venus Genetrix,” regarded […]

1. Introduction of Venus Italica Statue This sculpture, modeled after Venus Italica, is a continuation and reimagining of the ancient Greek “covered Venus” tradition during the Neoclassical period. Created by Italian sculptor Antonio Canova, the figure emphasizes rationality, restraint, and elegance. The figure in the Venus Italica Statue replica stands upright, slightly tilted to one […]

1. Introduction of Capitoline Venus Statue This sculpture belongs to the classic “Capitoline Venus” type, a reinterpretation of the image of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, during the ancient Roman period. This type is characterized by the “Venus Pudica” pose, where the figure gently covers key parts of her body with both hands, embodying […]

1. Introduction of Roman Aphrodite Statue Aphrodite is the Greek goddess of love, beauty, and desire. She symbolizes not only outward charm but also attraction, vitality, and harmony. Corresponding to Venus in Roman mythology, the veneration of Aphrodite has a long history in the Aegean region, with her statues being repeatedly copied and reinterpreted from […]

1. Introduction of Venus Nude Statue Venus is the goddess of love and beauty in Roman mythology, corresponding to Aphrodite in Greek mythology. She not only symbolizes love, desire and female beauty, but is also closely linked to fertility, the ocean and the vitality of spring. In art history, Venus is one of the goddesses […]