"ACHILLES TRIUMPH" 24K GOLD - PORCELAIN BY I. SPYROPOULOS - SIGNED - NEW 27.5cm
Description: This is an ornate 24 Karat gold gilded plate signed I. Spyropoulos, and is a replica of a renowned panoramic fresco painted in 1892 by the German artist Franz Matsch, in the Achilleion Palace on the island of Corfu. The plate has some lavish and delicate characteristics, made from porcelain and gold gilded with 24K gold. The scene that is depicted is that of Achilles dragging the body of Hector around the walls of the city of Troy. This is a large plate with a diameter of 27.5 cm which can either be hung on a wall or mounted on a stand. (Kindly Note: The stand is not included with the item).
Condition: The condition is superb. No chips, cracks or scratches - in mint condition.
Diameter: 27.5 cm
Weight: 703 gms
Origin: Athens, Greece
History: The Trojan War (13-12th Century BC) is known through the epic poems of Homer - The Iliad & The Odyssey. Achilles was the strongest of the Greek warriors, the son of King Peleus of Phthia, and the Nereid Thetis. When still a baby, his mother Thetis, having consulted the oracles, dipped Achilles in the waters of the river Stigas, holding him by the heels, which resulted in Achilles' Heels being his only weak point. (Achilles Heel - signifying a weakness). During the Trojan War Achilles succeeded in killing Hector the son of King Priam of Troy. The scene on the plate is a depiction of Achilles dragging the body of Hector, holding Hectors helmet aloft in his right hand, around the walls of Troy according to Homer. This triumph has been captured by the German artist Franz Matsch and replicated almost identically by I. Spyropoulos on the plate. (The Greek army that is seen following Achilles has been omitted). An Amazing work of art.
ORIGINAL FRESCO IN CORFU
Kindly note that there are reflections in the photos either from the camera flash or from other light, and that colours can vary from monitor settings on individual screens. Please view all images carefully as they form part of the description. What you see is what you will get - except for the stand.
SHIPPING: POSTNET to POSTNET R 110.00
Insurance: Postnet rate of 5%
Collection can be arranged for the greater Durban area.
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