THE MUSE OF COMEDY
The Classical Embodiment of Joy, Culture, and Artistic Inspiration
Thalia — From the Greek thállein: “to flourish, to bloom.”
Beyond the ideal of Classical Greek beauty, Thalia embodies the joy of life — art, culture, theatre, and poetic inspiration.
In the Roman world, images of the Muses found their place in villas, gardens, libraries, and spaces devoted to otium — a cultivated life of contemplation, literature, philosophy, and the arts. Thalia became a symbol of Greek learning and refinement, expressing an enduring devotion to culture, beauty, and intellectual life.
A Statement of Culture.
More than decoration, Thalia gives a space a sense of culture, artistic sensibility, and refined living — a contemporary expression of the pleasure of the arts and the joy of life.
Venus Callipygian in Carrara Marble | Sculpted in Italy
Details
The gesture depicted in this sculpture has endured for more than two thousand years: the Venus Callipygia reveals her body while admiring its beauty reflected on the water. A suspended moment of intimacy, captured in marble. The original, a Roman copy from the Imperial era based on a Hellenistic model, is housed at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN).
Our replica has been carved from a block of Carrara marble and hand-finished by our masters, preserving the softness of the flesh and the tension of the drapery that made the work famous. The marble veins, unique in every piece, make each item one of a kind.
Available in 2 sizes: 40 cm · 70 cm
Designed for those who choose to live alongside beauty.
Details
- Material: Carrara marble
- Available sizes: 40 cm · 70 cm Weight: varies depending on size
- Craftsmanship: carved from the block, hand-finished
- Original: Venus Callipygia, MANN – Farnese collection
- Finish: each piece features unique natural veining
Custom reinforced packaging for safe shipping.
The History
Venus Callipygia
From the Domus Aurea of Nero, before ending up in the Farnese Collection, comes an excellent Roman copy of a Hellenistic original, depicting a semi-nude Aphrodite known as Venus Callipygia (Kallipygos = with beautiful buttocks), compared to another similar deity reportedly housed, according to Athenaeus, in a temple in Syracuse, which could not be justified in a place of worship due to its sensuality.
The goddess, in fact, with a more than youthful appearance, is depicted uncovering her body by lifting with her arms the light chiton with dense folds, tied at the waist, and pleased with her form, she turns back to admire it, perhaps reflected in the water where she is likely preparing to bathe.
The statue seems intended for the center of a small pond, so imagining it in such a context would certainly soften the exaggerated sensuality and the all-feminine coquetry emanating from her body.
Her body is elegantly modeled in a spiral and designed to be viewed from all sides, almost dominating the surrounding space thanks to a subtle play of chiaroscuro created by the contrast of diffused and elusive light on the nude parts and the shadows caught in the curly hair and folds of the chiton.
We are therefore in the phase when (between the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC) Hellenistic art, beginning to explore an infinite variety of subjects and themes treated in diverse ways, consequently reached countless results, not always successful but useful for the breaking of certain conventions and the demands of changing taste and life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the sculpture made of real Carrara marble?
Yes, the Venus Callipygia is carved from genuine Carrara marble and hand-finished by Italian artisans. It is not made of resin or marble powder.
What are the dimensions of the sculpture?
Available in 3 sizes: 40 cm, 70 cm, and 160 cm in height. Width, depth, and weight vary proportionally with the chosen size.
Is each sculpture identical to the photographs?
Each piece may show slight differences in the marble’s veining and shading. These natural variations make every sculpture unique.
Where is the original Venus Callipygia located?
The famous Venus Callipygia, 160 cm tall, is preserved at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, within the Farnese Collection.
Is the sculpture made in Italy?
Yes, the sculpture is entirely made and finished in Italy by artisans specialized in marble work.
Where can it be placed?
It can be placed on a pedestal, a stable base, or a reinforced console. It is ideal for living rooms, entrances, professional offices, hotels, villas, and spaces dedicated to classical art.
How do you clean Carrara marble?
It is recommended to use a soft cloth, dry or slightly dampened with water. Avoid acidic cleaners, descaling products, and abrasive sponges.
How is it protected during shipping?
The sculpture is prepared with custom reinforced packaging designed to protect the marble and carved details during transport.
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Each sculpture is sculpted and hand-finished in Italy, with attention to the material, proportions, surface, and final preparation before it leaves our workshop network.
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Carrara Marble
Marble from the Apuan Alps became a defining material of Roman statuary and has remained one of the reference stones of Italian sculpture ever since.
Sculpted and hand-finished in Italy.
The value of the sculpture lives in the material, the craftsmanship, and the attention given to every surface before it leaves Italy.
20 business days to prepare
Your piece is sculpted, hand-finished, inspected, and prepared for you before shipping.
Made to reward a closer look.
The gesture depicted in this sculpture has endured for more than two thousand years: the Venus Callipygia reveals her body while admiring its beauty reflected on the water. A suspended moment of intimacy, captured in marble. The original, a Roman copy from the Imperial era based on a Hellenistic model, is housed at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN).
Our replica has been carved from a block of Carrara marble and hand-finished by our masters, preserving the softness of the flesh and the tension of the drapery that made the work famous. The marble veins, unique in every piece, make each item one of a kind.
Available in 2 sizes: 40 cm · 70 cm
Designed for those who choose to live alongside beauty.
Details
- Material: Carrara marble
- Available sizes: 40 cm · 70 cm Weight: varies depending on size
- Craftsmanship: carved from the block, hand-finished
- Original: Venus Callipygia, MANN – Farnese collection
- Finish: each piece features unique natural veining
Custom reinforced packaging for safe shipping.
The History
Venus Callipygia
From the Domus Aurea of Nero, before ending up in the Farnese Collection, comes an excellent Roman copy of a Hellenistic original, depicting a semi-nude Aphrodite known as Venus Callipygia (Kallipygos = with beautiful buttocks), compared to another similar deity reportedly housed, according to Athenaeus, in a temple in Syracuse, which could not be justified in a place of worship due to its sensuality.
The goddess, in fact, with a more than youthful appearance, is depicted uncovering her body by lifting with her arms the light chiton with dense folds, tied at the waist, and pleased with her form, she turns back to admire it, perhaps reflected in the water where she is likely preparing to bathe.
The statue seems intended for the center of a small pond, so imagining it in such a context would certainly soften the exaggerated sensuality and the all-feminine coquetry emanating from her body.
Her body is elegantly modeled in a spiral and designed to be viewed from all sides, almost dominating the surrounding space thanks to a subtle play of chiaroscuro created by the contrast of diffused and elusive light on the nude parts and the shadows caught in the curly hair and folds of the chiton.
We are therefore in the phase when (between the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC) Hellenistic art, beginning to explore an infinite variety of subjects and themes treated in diverse ways, consequently reached countless results, not always successful but useful for the breaking of certain conventions and the demands of changing taste and life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the sculpture made of real Carrara marble?
Yes, the Venus Callipygia is carved from genuine Carrara marble and hand-finished by Italian artisans. It is not made of resin or marble powder.
What are the dimensions of the sculpture?
Available in 3 sizes: 40 cm, 70 cm, and 160 cm in height. Width, depth, and weight vary proportionally with the chosen size.
Is each sculpture identical to the photographs?
Each piece may show slight differences in the marble’s veining and shading. These natural variations make every sculpture unique.
Where is the original Venus Callipygia located?
The famous Venus Callipygia, 160 cm tall, is preserved at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, within the Farnese Collection.
Is the sculpture made in Italy?
Yes, the sculpture is entirely made and finished in Italy by artisans specialized in marble work.
Where can it be placed?
It can be placed on a pedestal, a stable base, or a reinforced console. It is ideal for living rooms, entrances, professional offices, hotels, villas, and spaces dedicated to classical art.
How do you clean Carrara marble?
It is recommended to use a soft cloth, dry or slightly dampened with water. Avoid acidic cleaners, descaling products, and abrasive sponges.
How is it protected during shipping?
The sculpture is prepared with custom reinforced packaging designed to protect the marble and carved details during transport.
Every stone is different.
Prepared in Italy. Tracked to your door.
The 20 business days refer to the preparation of your sculpture. Transit time begins once the piece has shipped.
Frequently asked questions.
Is this genuine Carrara marble?
Yes. The sculpture is made from Carrara marble. Natural veining and tonal variations may differ slightly from one piece to another.
When will my sculpture ship?
Preparation takes 20 business days. Transit time is calculated separately and begins once the sculpture has shipped.
Can I request additional photographs?
Yes. Contact us before purchasing to request information or any additional images available.
How is the sculpture packed?
The sculpture is packed with protection appropriate to its weight, shape, and international transport.
Will the veining be identical to the photographs?
No two blocks of natural marble are exactly alike. The sculpture's design and proportions remain the same, while veining and subtle variations make each piece individual.
Some objects fill a space. Others define it.
Sculpted for you in Italy and prepared in 20 business days.