Praxiteles Collection

Marble statue of Hermes by Praxiteles I
Close-up of the marble statue of Hermes bearing the infant Dionysus by Praxiteles I of Athens, the son of Cephisodotus the Elder and one of the foremost Attic Sculptors. Date: circa 1910s

PRAXITELES (flourished 370, -330 BC). Hermes bearing the infant Dionysus. ca. 330 BC. Hermes carrying the child Dionysus to the nymphs who were charged with his rearing. Classical Greek art

Marble statue of Capitoline Venus, copy of original by Praxiteles, from Rome
Roman civilization. Marble statue of the Capitoline Venus, height 193 cm. Copy of an original of the 4th century b.C. by Praxiteles. From Rome

Greek civilization, Marble slab with relief attributed to School of Praxiteles, depicting Muses, from Mantinea, Greece
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Marble slab with relief attributed to the School of Praxiteles, depicting the Muses. From Mantinea, Greece

Hermes and the Infant Dionysus at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, Arcadia, The Peloponnese, Greece, Southern Europe

Statue of Hermes of Andros, Museum of Athens, Greece
Hermes Chthonios, Palaiopolis, first decade AD, Roman copy of a work of Praxiteles school Date: circa 1920s

Hermes and the Infant Dionysus (detail)
Close-up facial detail of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, also known as the Hermes of Praxiteles or the Hermes of Olympia - an ancient Greek sculpture of Hermes

Female statue, from an original of the school of Praxiteles from the 4th century BC (marble)
2562017 Female statue, from an original of the school of Praxiteles from the 4th century BC (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome

Statue of the Capitoline Venus, detail (marble)
2562032 Statue of the Capitoline Venus, detail (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: After the original by Praxiteles of the 4th century BC); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of the Capitoline Venus, detail (marble)
2561958 Statue of the Capitoline Venus, detail (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: After the original by Praxiteles of the 4th century BC); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of resting satyr, from an original by Praxiteles (marble)
2561949 Statue of resting satyr, from an original by Praxiteles (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

White House interior, Old Green Room (1st interior photo?) Presidents study, between 1860 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
White House interior, Old Green Room (1st interior photo?) Presidents study, between 1860 and 1880. [On the table is a copy of the Diana of Gabii sculpture]

Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, statue by the Ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles discovered in the ruins of the Temple
5216646 Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, statue by the Ancient Greek sculptor Praxiteles discovered in the ruins of the Temple of Hera, Olympia (engraving) by German School

The studio of the Athenian sculptor Praxiteles (engraving)
3647037 The studio of the Athenian sculptor Praxiteles (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The studio of the Athenian sculptor Praxiteles)

Hermes and the Infant Dionysos attributed to Praxiteles c. 1895 (colour chromolithograph)
1065624 Hermes and the Infant Dionysos attributed to Praxiteles c.1895 (colour chromolithograph) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hermes and the Infant Dionysos)

Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, sculpture attributed to Praxiteles excavated at Olympia, Greece (engraving)
5996359 Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, sculpture attributed to Praxiteles excavated at Olympia, Greece (engraving) by German School

Faun after Praxiteles (engraving)
666751 Faun after Praxiteles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Faun after Praxiteles. Illustration for Rome by Francis Wey (Chapman and Hall, 1875)

Anatomical Study: the Human Skeleton, in the Pose of Praxiteles
5889002 Anatomical Study: the Human Skeleton, in the Pose of Praxiteles Hermes Fastening his Sandal (pencil, pen, ink & wash on paper) by Bathe

Anatomical Study: Human Musculature, in the Pose of Praxiteles
5889003 Anatomical Study: Human Musculature, in the Pose of Praxiteles Hermes Fastening his Sandal (pencil, pen, ink & wash on paper) by Bathe

Hermes, Roman copy of a work by Praxiteles

Sculpure of Apollo Sauroctone (Apollo the lizard-slayer). Artist: Praxiteles
Sculture of Apollo Sauroctone (Apollo the lizard-slayer): a marble replica after a bronze original made by the famous sculptor Praxiteles

Head of a half figure of Eros, 2nd century. Roman, after a Greek original of c330s BC, by Praxiteles. In Greek mythology, Eros was the God of Love. His Roman equivalent was Cupid

Head of Artemis, 2nd century. Roman, after a Greek original of the 1st half of the 4th century BC, by Praxiteles. The Greek Goddess of Hunting, Artemis was known as Diana in the Roman pantheon

Head of Aphrodite, Goddess of Beauty and Love, 2nd century. Roman, after a Greek original of the 1st half of the 4th century BC by Praxiteles. The Roman equivalent of Aphrodite was Venus

Statue of a resting satyr. Roman work after the original of the first half of the 4th century BC by Praxiteles. According to Greek Mythology

Praxiteles (c. 390-320 BC), Greek sculptor, wood engraving, published in 1882
" Praxiteles (ca. 390 - 320 BC) was one of the greatest sculptors of ancient Greece. Original woodcut from my archive, published in 1882.Please see similar images from my lightbox."

Praxiteles active 300s BC sculptor painting Watercolor
Praxiteles, active in the 300s BC, sculptor, painting, Watercolor and gouache on parchment

Statue by Praxiteles of Athens, the son of Cephisodotus the Elder - the most renowned of the Attic sculptors of the 4th century BC

Bust of Dionysus, Copy from Greek original by Praxiteles
Roman civilization. Bust of Dionysus. Copy from a Greek original by Praxiteles

Studio of Praxiteles (c. 390-320 BC), ancient Greek sculptor
Illustration of a Studio of Praxiteles (c.390-320 BC), ancient Greek sculptor

PRAXITELES (fl. 370-330 B. C. ). Athenian sculptor. Painting after an ancient bust
PRAXITELES (fl. 370-330 B.C.). Athenian sculptor. Painting after an ancient bust

Roman civilization, head of Apollo Liceo, Roman copy of original by Praxitelean School
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Head of Apollo Liceo. Roman copy of an original by the Praxitelean School

Hermes and the infant Dionysus from the Temple of Hera at Olympia by Praxiteles (active 375-326 B. C. ), marble
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Praxiteles (active 375-326 b.C.), Hermes and the infant Dionysus, marble, h.2.13 m. From the Temple of Hera at Olympia

Greek Flag - Sculpture by Praxiteles
Sculpture by Praxiteles of Hermes with the Infant Dionysus, (discovered at Olympia in 1877) set in a border of the modern Greek flag

PRAXITELES Athenian sculptor, regarded as the greatest sculptor of his age

Praxiteles at Work
PRAXITELES Greek sculptor at work

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Praxiteles, a renowned sculptor of ancient Greece, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his masterful creations. One such masterpiece is the marble statue of Hermes, attributed to Praxiteles I. This exquisite sculpture captures the grace and elegance of the messenger god, Hermes, as he stands tall with his characteristic caduceus in hand. Another iconic work by the Capitoline Venus, a copy of which can be found in Rome. This marble statue showcases Praxiteles' exceptional skill in depicting feminine beauty and sensuality. The intricate details and lifelike form make it a true testament to his craftsmanship. The influence extended beyond individual statues; even reliefs were attributed to his school. A prime example is a marble slab from Mantinea, Greece that depicts the Muses. The delicate carving and harmonious composition reflect the artistic principles associated with Praxitelean style. One cannot overlook "Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, " a captivating scene captured in detail at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia in Arcadia. Here we witness Hermes cradling baby Dionysus with tender care—a touching portrayal that exemplifies both Praxiteles' technical prowess and ability to convey emotion through stone. The legacy continues with female statues originating from works by Praxiteles or his school during the 4th century BC. These sculptures embody timeless beauty and exhibit an understanding of anatomy that was ahead of its time. Amongst these remarkable pieces stands out another depiction of Venus—the Capitoline Venus—showcasing yet again Praxiteles' mastery over capturing feminine allure through marble. Not limited to mythological figures alone, satyrs also found their place among Praxitelean creations. A resting satyr statue reveals not only his attention to detail but also his ability to infuse life into inert stone.