The Rape of the Sabine Women is a reproduction of the homonymous work in Carrara marble by Giambologna (1574-1580).
The work depicts the scene of the famous abduction of women by the Romans, in a tangle of tense figures that seem to climb over each other upwards. The drama of the event emerges from the work: from the shock of the elderly Sabine father to the girl, from the extreme tension of the young Roman soldier, up to the top of this tower of bodies, culminating in the despair of the woman who, like many of her sisters, could not free herself from the young man's grip.
Features
Material: reconstituted Carrara marble
Finish: hand-patinated
Base: marble
Dimensions: 28 x 8 x 8 cm
Weight: 0.800 kg
Production: made in Italy
As this is a handcrafted and finished material, the product may show slight differences compared to the images.
Historical curiosities
The episode of the Rape of the Sabine Women represents a crucial moment in Roman history that has inspired numerous artists over the centuries. It is a highly debated event in Roman mythology.
According to legend, Romulus and his men abducted the Sabine women to solve the problem of the lack of women in the new city of Rome. This episode marked the beginning of a war between the Romans and the Sabines, which ultimately ended with a peace mediated by the abducted women, who had meanwhile become wives and mothers.
The artistic representation of this event has been interpreted by many artists, but the most famous version is probably that of Giambologna, a Flemish sculptor who created a marble version displayed at the Loggia dei Lanzi in Florence.
Maintenance
To keep your marble statue always shining, it is recommended to clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the surface. If necessary, use a mild detergent, rinse with clean water, and quickly dry with a cloth to prevent streaks.
