Famous Marble Greek Titan Atlas Statue Holding the World for outdoor garden decoration for sale

The natural white marble Atlas statue holding the world, or known as the Farnese Atlas, is now at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Italy. This famous Atlas sculpture depicts Greek Titan Atlas in a crouched position is carrying the celestial sphere on his shoulders, and his muscled body exudes strength and durability. The celestial sphere are engraved with the classical Greek constellations relief, including the Arctic Circle, Antarctica, the equator, the colures and the ecliptic. The specific depictions of the constellations atop circular lines represent the ancient Greek and Roman astronomical knowledge.

The marble Atlas statue is really a significant piece of art, as the Greek God Atlas holds not only the celestial sphere but also a profound knowledge that had been observed, calculated and cataloged by the ancient. This classical Atlas statue represents the determination to face challenges head-on, even when burdened with immense responsibilities, and of course it will inspire and empower us if placed in your home.

What does the Farnese Atlas statue symbolize?
When we look at a map in our life, we use the Atlas, which is the ultimate symbol of strength and endurance in the ancient Greek mythology, and the Titan Atlas holds the globe on his shoulders for eternity. The Farnese Atlas sculpture is considered to be the oldest Atlas statue, which is a Roman copy marble sculpture dated around AD 150. The original Greek one is unknown, but it is attributed to the Hellenistic period. The globe is presumed to represent constellations in the Hellenistic astrology, particularly in the work of Hipparchus.

The act of Atlas carrying the world symbolizes the intricate relationship between humanity and the cosmos. These two bodies, man and sphere, representing earth and heaven, although discrete, are in direct contact with each other. It also means the burden of responsibility that individuals may carry in one's own life. This iconic sculpture has served as inspiration for subsequent representations of Atlas in art, including paintings, sculptures, and other forms of artistic expression.

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