1923 Print Hermes Praxiteles Child Nude Alinari Olympia Greece Roman XGQ3

This is an original 1923 halftone print of the Hermes of Praxiteles, found at Olympia, Peloponnese, Greece (Hellas), in 1877. Hermes is holding the child Dionysus, the god of wine and madness. Hermes guided souls to the Underworld, and is represented by his winged sandals, roosters, and his staff. The sculpture was uncovered in the Temple of Hera, and can now be found in the Archaeological Museum. Photography by Alinari.

CONDITION

This 88+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 9.75 inches; 11 x 25 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: archeology, archaeological, ancient, Greek

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