Descrizione

Decorate your Christmas tree with a touch of classical art and culture thanks to the 3D Christmas ornament depicting Hercules Farnese. This extraordinary decoration combines the beauty of ancient sculpture with the magic of Christmas, making it a unique and original element to enrich your tree.

Characteristics

  • Material: PLA (polylactic acid)
  • Colors: various
  • Produced in Italy

Historical Curiosities

The Farnese Hercules is one of the most famous sculptures of antiquity, a majestic representation of the Greek hero known for his legendary twelve labors. The original work, a colossal marble statue, was sculpted in the 3rd century AD as a copy of a Greek bronze attributed to Lysippus, dating back to the 4th century BC.
The sculpture represents Hercules in a moment of rest, leaning on his club and holding the fruits of the garden of the Hesperides in his hand, a symbol of strength and perseverance. The original is now housed in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, but its iconography has influenced art and culture for centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which pose does the Farnese Hercules appear on the ornament?

The hero is shown resting, leaning on his club and holding the fruits of the garden of the Hesperides.

Is the 3D ornament made from the same material as the original statue?

The ornament is made of PLA, polylactic acid. The original described in the listing is a marble statue held at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.

Where is it made and which colours are offered?

It is made in Italy and offered in various colours, listed in the selector.