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Running Medusa Gorgon – Terracotta Plaque
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Descrizione
Terracotta plaque of Running Medusa Gorgon, inspired by the slab from the sanctuary of Athena in Syracuse, late 7th century BC, Archaeological Museum of Syracuse.
Medusa Gorgon was a monstrous figure of Greek mythology with snakes for hair, who could turn anyone who looked into her eyes to stone. She was linked to the myth of Perseus, who killed her by cutting off her head; Medusa was the only mortal Gorgon.
The Greeks and Romans placed images of Gorgons, Fauns and Sileni outside their homes to protect the entrances. Their monstrous features and tongues displayed in defiance were intended to frighten malevolent entities.
Original decoration in style ancient for your apartment or garden.
- Material: terracotta, handmade
- Suitable for indoors and outdoors
- Dimensions: 12.60 × 11.81 × 1.57 in (32 × 30 × 4 cm)
- Weight: 2.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which ancient model inspired Running Medusa Gorgon?
The plaque is inspired by the slab from the sanctuary of Athena in Syracuse, from the late 7th century BC, listed on the page as held at the Archaeological Museum of Syracuse.
Which protective meaning is associated with Medusa on the page?
The text recalls the use of Gorgons outside Greek and Roman homes to symbolically frighten malevolent entities with their monstrous features.
What are this terracotta reproduction’s dimensions and weight?
The listed dimensions are 12.60 × 11.81 × 1.57 in (32 × 30 × 4 cm), and the weight is 2.5 kg. The product is made of terracotta in Italy.