{"product_id":"venere-accovacciata-statua-in-alabastro","title":"Crouching Venus - Marble statue 24 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eVenus\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eCrouching Aphrodite\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a reproduction in Carrara marble of the famous Roman copy inspired by the bronze statue made by \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"215\"\u003eDoidalsa\u003c\/strong\u003e around 250 BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eAphrodite, goddess of beauty and love, is depicted in an unusual and captivating pose: crouching while bathing in sacred waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eA reproduction in Carrara marble of this famous figure is also present in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"484\"\u003e“Bath of Venus”\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most evocative places in the Royal Palace of Caserta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"yr0aoa\" data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e reconstituted Carrara marble\u003cbr data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-patinated\u003cbr data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e marble\u003cbr data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 x 11.5 x 10.5 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 kg\u003cbr data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e made in Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eAs this is a handcrafted and finished material, the product may show slight differences compared to the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8h1d90\" data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eHistorical curiosities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eThe figure of Venus, known as Aphrodite in Greek mythology, was often depicted in ancient art in elegant and evocative poses, such as the crouching one, symbolizing grace, intimacy, and timeless beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eThe crouching version of the goddess recalls one of the most famous models of Hellenistic sculpture, frequently reproduced in the thermal baths of ancient Rome as a symbol of elegance, femininity, and seduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10t7u1m\" data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eTo maintain the beauty of the marble, it is advised to clean the sculpture with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding the use of harsh chemical products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1696\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTo best preserve its appearance over time, it is also recommended to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and to protect it from dust and excessive humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Marble artwork depicting Venus or Aphrodite in a crouching position.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/caserta2_480x480.jpg?v=1616598002\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; 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