Mid 20th Century Trio of Intaglio Greek Mythology Muses on Velvet Wall Hanging

Description

This fabulous Trio of Intaglio Greek Mythology Muses on Velvet Wall Hanging capture three of the nine muses: Clio, Polymnia … more This fabulous Trio of Intaglio Greek Mythology Muses on Velvet Wall Hanging capture three of the nine muses: Clio, Polymnia and Terpsicore (see details below). Each of the round detailed intaglios is a three dimensional rendition of the muse, mounted on gold leaf wood blocks and hung together via a green velvet sash backed in leather. This sculptural piece of art would look amazing on a gallery wall or hung alone on a narrow wall for maximum impact. They can also be separated and reimagined (e.g. framed) as needed.

Dimensions: 34”L x 4”W x .5”H


ABOUT THE MUSES:
CLIO: Muse of History
(Attribute: Scroll or Chest of Books)
Clio's name comes from the Greek verb kleô, which means "to make famous."

POLYMNIA: Muse of Sacred Song
(Attribute: Depicted veiled and pensive)
Polyhymnia wears a long cloak and veil and often rests her arm on a pillar. Some legends describe her as the mother of Triptolemus by Cheimarrhus, who was the son of Ares. Triptolemus was a priest of Demeter, goddess of the harvest, and is sometimes described as the inventor of farming.

TERPSICORE: Muse of Dance
(Attribute: Lyre)
Terpsichore's name means "delight in dancing." Despite her name, however, she is usually shown sitting down and playing the stringed instrument called the lyre, a symbol also associated with Apollo. less