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#185

Apollon, sog. Diadumenos

Polyclitus, Argivus (c. 450-30 BCE) | Copied Artist

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The bronze statue of Apollo created by Polykleitos was approximately 1.85 metres tall and was probably melted down in the post-ancient period. Nevertheless, numerous copies dating from between 100 BCE and 200 CE have been preserved. These copies indicate that Apollo did not hold a bow and arrow in his hands, as was the case for many other statues of this god, but was instead depicted tying a ribbon around his head with its abundant hair.

Material & Technique
Parian marble
Dimenions
H: 28 cm, B: 22,5 cm, T: 26 cm
Museum
Skulpturensammlung
Location & Dating
c. 140/170 CE
Inventory number
Hm 071
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