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Laocoon and His Sons (marble)
3433290 LaocoAon and His Sons (marble) by Roman, (2nd century BC); Musei e Gallerie Pontificie, Musei Vaticani, Vatican City; (add.info.: LaocoAon, son of Acoetes, was a Trojan priest who, with his sons, was attacked by giant serpents sent by the gods.
Virgil gives LaocoAon the famous line " EquAc nA" crA" dite, TeucrA / Quidquid id est, timeAc DanaAcs et dAcna ferentA" s", or " Do not trust the Horse, Trojans / Whatever it is, I fear the Greeks even bearing gifts." This line is the source of the saying: " Beware of Greeks bearing gifts." In Sophocles, he was a priest of Apollo. The Laocoon Group. Marble sculpture of Laocoon and children, Roman copy of Hellenistic original Gruppo del Lacoonte - Roma, Musei Vaticani
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This print showcases the renowned marble sculpture "Laocoon and His Sons" by Roman, dating back to the 2nd century BC. The masterpiece is housed in the Musei e Gallerie Pontificie, located in Vatican City. The sculpture depicts Laocoon, a Trojan priest, and his sons being attacked by colossal serpents sent by the gods. This tragic scene has been immortalized through various literary works such as Virgil's Aeneid and Sophocles' plays. Virgil's famous line associated with Laocoon resonates from this artwork: "Do not trust the Horse, Trojans / Whatever it is, I fear the Greeks even bearing gifts". This cautionary phrase has become a well-known saying: "Beware of Greeks bearing gifts". The marble group portrays immense agony and suffering as Laocoon desperately tries to free himself and his children from the clutches of these menacing creatures. It is a powerful representation of human struggle against overwhelming odds. This photograph captures every intricate detail of this archaeological treasure - from the contorted bodies writhing in pain to the lifelike texture of snakes coiling around their victims. The composition evokes both awe for its artistic brilliance and empathy for its emotional intensity. Displayed against a backdrop reminiscent of ancient ruins, this image transports viewers into an era where Greek mythology intertwines with Roman artistry. It serves as a reminder that great works like these continue to inspire generations long after their creation.
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