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Bleached Elm Carved Sculpture of the Greek Mythology 'Prometheus' (1 of 6)
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Flag of United KingdomWiltshire, UK
We are primarily a web based business. We have high quality Furniture, Art and other Decorative items in two warehouses in Tetbury, Gloucestershire and Eves & Samuel, Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire and a private collection London . We display the widest variety of antiques at all price levels, including Furniture , Paintings and other Decorative items. Not all our items are in one location, so please call or email to view (enquiries@marlboroughantiques.com) or from our Contact page to avoid disappointment. Please view our Terms and conditions if needed at http://www.marlboroughantiques.com/terms.php. We are very happy to discuss with clients their needs and to provide a sourcing service. We can advise on the acquisition of pieces in all areas of the fine and decorative arts, assisting clients in their search for individual pieces or for a particular item. We can source and acquire all the relevant items on your behalf. If you have queries regarding this or any intended purchase please contact us. All items can be delivered either by postal service or by trusted and fully insured couriers; we use both for the UK market and for overseas delivery. Please inquire by email or phone to obtain a quote for delivery options. Items are described as Excellent - A1 Condition no faults, Very Good - very good condition with only very minor cosmetic issues if at all and consistent with age, Good - in good overall condition with some ageing, marks and wear consistent with age.
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LoveAntiques Dealersince Nov 2016Approved item2407 sales by dealer

Bleached Elm Carved Sculpture of the Greek Mythology 'Prometheus'

REF: LA552217
£5,850
€6,684
$7,731
LoveAntiques Dealersince Nov 2016Approved item2407 sales by dealer
Description
A Fabulous Bleached Elm Carved Sculpture of the Greek Mythology 'Prometheus' c1970 In Greek mythology, an eagle was sent by the god Zeus to eternally torment the Titan Prometheus as punishment for stealing fire from the heavens and giving it to humanity. The Crime: Prometheus, a benefactor of humankind, tricked Zeus and stole fire, a power meant only for the gods, to bring knowledge and civilization to humans. The Punishment: Enraged, Zeus had Prometheus chained to a rock on Mount Caucasus. Every day, a giant eagle (sometimes referred to as the Caucasian Eagle, or Aëtos Dios, the sacred eagle of Zeus) would feast on his immortal liver. The Agony: Because Prometheus was immortal, his liver would miraculously regenerate completely each night, only for the eagle to return the following day to continue the endless torture. The Release: This torment continued for many years until the hero Heracles, with Zeus's eventual permission, killed the eagle with an arrow and freed Prometheus. The eagle served as the instrument of Zeus's wrath, symbolizing the severe consequences of defying the king of the gods. This powerful image was a popular subject in ancient Greek art and literature.
measurements
Height:
57 cm
Width:
110 cm
Depth:
55 cm
declaration
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has clarified that the Bleached Elm Carved Sculpture of the Greek Mythology 'Prometheus' (LA552217) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c1970
condition
Good
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This Bleached Elm Carved Sculpture of the Greek Mythology 'Prometheus' is located in Wiltshire, United Kingdom
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