{"product_id":"sofocle-bust-in-marble","title":"Sophocles - Marble Bust","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur\u003cstrong\u003e marble bust of Sophocles\u003c\/strong\u003e takes inspiration from the 4th century BC statue preserved in the Vatican Museums, Rome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture features the distinctive details of the \u003cstrong\u003efamous tragedian Sophocles\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for his profound influence on classical theatre. The bust perfectly depicts the wisdom and authority of the famous Greek author, whose literary contribution marked the \u003cstrong\u003eevolution of Greek drama\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture is ideal for fans of history, literature and ancient art. Placed in a studio or classically styled environment, the bust adds a touch of sophistication and culture, inspiring reflections on the origins of Western dramaturgy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eCharacteristics\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\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\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16,5 x 11 x 7 cm (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e6.5 x 4.33 x 2.76 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.700 Kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eProduced in Italy\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eHistorical Curiosities\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eSophocles was not only a prolific author with over 120 works written, but he was also an \u003cstrong\u003einnovator in the theatre\u003c\/strong\u003e, increasing the number of actors and introducing more complex scenes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eHis tragedies are renowned for the skillful use of choruses and for having revolutionized narrative structure. Among his best-known works are \u003cstrong\u003eOedipus Rex\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAntigone\u003c\/strong\u003e, still performed today for their dramatic power and reflection on the themes of destiny and justice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eSophocles in public life, was also an influential politician in his native Athens, confirming his cultural importance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eMaintenance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarble is a material that needs the right care and attention: to eliminate dust we recommend cleaning it with a\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e. The use of aggressive chemicals or abrasive detergents must be absolutely avoided, as they could damage the delicate finish of the sculpture. To preserve its integrity, it is recommended not to expose the bust to direct sunlight for long periods, in order to avoid the natural yellowing of the marble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/realta-aumentata-icon25_32x32.png?v=1651825474\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/realta-aumentata-icon25_32x32.png?v=1651825474\" style=\"float: left;\" \/\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/museum-shop-pompei.myshopify.com\/pages\/augmented-reality-museum-shop\" href=\"https:\/\/museum-shop-pompei.myshopify.com\/pages\/augmented-reality-museum-shop\" title=\"Augmented Reality\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFind out more about how to display it in your space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32080725114983,"sku":"014177","price":35.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/products\/Sophocles-Marble-Head-Frontview-Museumshop.jpg?v=1724680244","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.co.uk\/products\/sofocle-bust-in-marble","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}