Statue in alabaster and marble depicting an embracing couple, probably Hélène and Pâris. To create a contrast, the figures' bodies are made of alabaster and their clothes of marble. The male figure, Pâris, wears a short chiton (tunic) and his curly hair is topped with a headband. He holds Helen in his arms, wearing a long peplos, and clasps her hand to his heart. The theme has been repeated frequently since the 19th century, when ancient influences were regularly revived. This work dates from the early 20th century. The myth of Helen & Paris The story of Paris is told in Homer's Illiad. Prince of Troy, he sees the three goddesses Aphrodite, Athena and Hera appear as he tends his flock of sheep. They ask him who is the most beautiful goddess of Olympus, and to hand over the golden apple. This episode is known as the Judgment of Paris. He chooses Aphrodite, who promises him the love of the most beautiful woman in the world, Helen, wife of Menelaus, King of Sparta. Paris then kidnaps Helen, triggering the Trojan War. Circa: 1900
Condition report: Restoration of the right hand of Paris.
- Reference :
- 3072
- Width :
- 32 (cm)
- Height :
- 64 (cm)
- Depth :
- 23 (cm)
- Period:
- 20th century
- Style:
- Neo-classical
- Materials:
- Marble, Alabaster
