Large Apollo Bust Scuplture (Alabaster)
Ref. SCRO3009007
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Apollo Belvedere Bust Statue Greek Roman God Head Cast Marble Sculpture Handmade , small reduction after the ancient Belvedere statue, this antique reduction was made in Italy, circa 1780.
The Sun god Apollo, son of Zeus & Leto, twin brother of the Chaste huntress Diana.
He was the archer god of medicine & healing, and as the leader of the Muses he is also god of music & poetry.
This bust is from a full marble statue, said to be the work of Leochares, which is housed in the great collection of the Vatican, Rome, Italy.
This small Apollo bust is ideal on the shelf when combined with other Greek style decor.
Bonded alabaster
Our white alabaster sculpture is produced by combining white alabaster powder and resin as a binding material. This material is easily molded in order to achieve incredible details. The sculptures are finished by hand.
Alabaster is a natural stone that is alive, color can change when exposed to acid rain and modern pollutants. In other to protect the statue we recommend applying a sealant which will lengthen its life when outdoors.
Our unique alabaster casts have:
pure white color with iron oxide shades
smooth finish
alabaster particles
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Material
Alabaster Powder
Resin -
Origin
Height: 54 cm (21.2")
Width: 34 cm (13.3")
Depth: 20cm (7.8")
Weight: 12.2kg 26.4lbs)
