Minotaur of Knossos Labyrinth, White Limestone, 20th Century

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Minotaur of knossos labyrinth in white limestone 20th century. Measures: Height 125cm Width 60cm Depth 60cm Weight 160kg Base height … more Minotaur of knossos labyrinth in white limestone 20th century. Measures: Height 125cm Width 60cm Depth 60cm Weight 160kg Base height included 40 cm Museum-type base included height 84 cm Material calcarenite / limestone Note 01 hand made in Italy. The Minotaur (Minótauros) is a figure from Greek mythology. Son of the Bull of Crete and of Pasiphae, queen of Crete, he was a monstrous and ferocious being, with the body of a man and the head of a bull who was born at the behest of Poseidon, the god of the sea, who intended to punish the king of Crete, Minos. Athens, defeated by Minos, was forced to pay a horrible tribute by offering him seven boys and seven girls every year. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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