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Hermes agoraios and a Charity. Thasian marble. Relief. 480 B
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Hermes agoraios and a Charity. Thasian marble. Relief. 480 B
Greek Art. Hermes agoraios and a Charity. Thasian marble. Relief of the Passage of Theori. From the agora of Thasos. 480 BC. The Museum of Louvre. Paris
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This exquisite Thasian marble relief, dated back to the 5th century BC, is a captivating testament to the rich artistic heritage of ancient Greece, now proudly displayed at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The relief, titled "Hermes Agoraios and a Charity," is a masterpiece of ancient sculpture, intricately carved and showcasing the deity Hermes, the messenger of the gods, and a Charity figure. Hermes, depicted as a young, athletic man with winged sandals and a herma (a cylindrical stone with a carved head of Hermes) on his head, is shown extending his right hand in a gesture of blessing. The Charity figure, a woman with an ample, flowing robe, is shown extending her own hand in a gesture of giving. This scene represents the passage of Theori, a religious procession that took place in the agora (marketplace) of Thasos, an ancient Greek island in the Aegean Sea. The relief's intricate details and lifelike depiction of the figures are a testament to the advanced skills of the ancient Greek sculptors. The marble's smooth surface and delicate carving reveal the artists' mastery of their craft, and the relief's preservation is a testament to the durability of the medium. This relief is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important historical artifact, providing valuable insights into the religious practices and cultural traditions of ancient Greece. The relief's journey from the agora of Thasos to the Louvre Museum is a reminder of the enduring influence of Greek art and culture on the world.
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