A bust of the Roman God Apollo depicted in hand-sculpted detail of old terracotta from Impruneta, Florence, circa 1890.

Beautiful natural patina aging with lichen. After the style of the marble sculpture named Apollo Belvedere (monumental standing male Archer with cape) believed to be a Roman version of a lost bronze original from 350 BC by the Greek sculptor Leochares. Found in central Italy during the Renaissance, and considered by many to be the greatest ancient sculpture representing the neoclassic era of aesthetic perfection, Apollo Belvedere resides in the Vatican Museum.

In Roman mythology, Apollo, son of Zeus, lives on Mount Olympus and is considered as the most beautiful god and aesthetic ideal of youth. Recognized as a god of music, prophecy, healing and archery, as well as the national divinity of the Greeks.

This item is a decorative terracotta bust depicting the Greek god Apollo, specifically modeled after the famous Apollo Belvedere sculpture.

Material: Terracotta.

Style: Classical or Neoclassical design.

Purpose: Typically used as a decorative accessory for homes or gardens.

Historical Context: Replicas of the original marble statue, which is located in the Vatican Museums, have been popular since the 18th and 19th centuries.