ALABASTER STATUE AND MARBLE REPRESENTING HELEN AND PARIS

Statue in alabaster and Marble representing an embracing couple, probably Helen and Paris. In order to create a contrast, the bodies of the figures are made of alabaster and the clothes of Marble. The male figure, Paris, wears a short chiton (tunic) and his curly hair is covered with a headband. He holds Helen, wearing a long peplum, in his arms and clasps her hand to his heart. The theme has been repeated often since the 19th century, when ancient influences were regularly revived.

Early 20th century

Circa: 1900

Dim: W:32cm, D:23cm, H:64cm.

Condition report Restoration of the fingers of the right hand of Paris