{"product_id":"hercules-farnese-marble-statue","title":"Marble sculpture of Hercules Farnese - 33 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Carrara marble reproduction represents the imposing \u003cstrong\u003eFarnese Hercules\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most famous sculptures of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original, a colossal 3.17 meter high statue dating back to the 3rd century AD, is preserved at the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Archaeological Museum of Naples\u003c\/strong\u003e and is considered an absolute masterpiece of classical art. However, this same sculpture is in turn a copy of an even older work, created in bronze by the great Greek sculptor Lysippus in the 4th century BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFarnese Hercules\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies strength and resilience, depicting the mythological hero in one of his most iconic poses: leaning on his club, Hercules rests after completing his \u003cstrong\u003elegendary 12 labors\u003c\/strong\u003e, probably in the \u003cstrong\u003egarden of the Hesperides\u003c\/strong\u003e. This posture reflects not only the hero\u0026#39;s physical power, but also the introspection and weariness that follows his superhuman feats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Carrara marble reproduction perfectly captures the muscular power and serenity of Hercules\u0026#39; face, offering a work of art that combines beauty, history and mythology. It is a tribute to the craftsmanship of ancient sculptors and a reminder of the grandeur of the classical era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: recomposed Carrara marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eHand patinated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e: marble\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensioni\u003c\/strong\u003e: 33 x 15 x 11,5 cm (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e12.99 x 5.91 x 4.53\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003einches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.5 Kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProduced in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original statue was discovered in the \u003cstrong\u003eBath of Caracalla in Rome\u003c\/strong\u003e, a place of relaxation and regeneration for the citizens of ancient Rome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe work, with its symbolic meaning of \u003cstrong\u003etriumph of human courage and strength\u003c\/strong\u003e, quickly became an emblem of these virtues. Hercules\u0026#39; feats, considered impossible for a mere mortal, represented the hero\u0026#39;s ability to save and protect humanity in desperate situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original version represented the pinnacle of sculptural art of the time, celebrating not only physical strength but also \u003cstrong\u003ethe balance and harmony of forms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reproduction made in Roman times became a symbol of prestige and power for the \u003cstrong\u003eFarnese family\u003c\/strong\u003e, from which it takes its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEven today, the work continues to be admired for its extraordinary beauty and the profound symbolic meaning it embodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo keep your marble sculpture always shining, clean it regularly with a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e. For more thorough cleaning, use a solution of \u003cstrong\u003ewarm water and neutral soap\u003c\/strong\u003e, avoiding aggressive chemical products that could damage the marble surface. Always dry with a clean cloth to prevent the formation of streaks or stains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32080762208359,"sku":"ISACERCOLEGR","price":113.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/marble-statue-hercules-farnese-front-view.webp?v=1771694113","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.co.uk\/products\/hercules-farnese-marble-statue","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}