This is a marble reproduction from Carrara of the iconic sculpture "Apollo and Daphne" by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, displayed in the Borghese Gallery in Rome. This sculpture, 49 cm tall, captures the dramatic moment of Daphne's metamorphosis as she transforms into a laurel tree to escape Apollo.

This masterpiece by Bernini is considered one of the most emblematic examples of Baroque art, characterized by the dynamism of forms, emotional intensity, and attention to detail.

Characteristics

• Material: Marble
• Dimensions: 49 cm
• Finish: Glossy
• Base: Marble
  
• Made in Italy 

Historical Curiosities

Gian Lorenzo Bernini sculpted "Apollo and Daphne" between 1622 and 1625. The work represents a masterpiece of Italian Baroque, exemplifying the dynamism and emotion typical of the period.

The legend of Apollo and Daphne is one of the most fascinating myths of Greek mythology, narrated in Ovid's "Metamorphoses." Apollo, the god of light and the arts, falls hopelessly in love with Daphne, a nymph of the woods. However, Daphne does not reciprocate Apollo's feelings and, to escape his embrace, asks her father, the river god Peneus, to transform her into a laurel tree.

The sculpture represents the moment when Daphne begins to change, with her hands transforming into branches and her legs into roots, while Apollo looks at her with despair and astonishment.

Maintenance

To keep your marble statue always shining, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemical products that could damage the surface.