Hellenistic Greek Collection

The Dying Gaul statue, a Roman copy of a Hellenistic Greek bronze, 3rd century BC. Artist: Epigonus
A Roman copy in marble of a Hellenistic Greek bronze from Pergamon. The original was commissioned by Attalus I of Pergamon to celebrate his victory over the Celtic Galatians in Anatolia

Male Figure, 3rd-1st century B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Male Figure, 3rd-1st century B.C

Mercury, Hellenistic period (325-150 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Mercury, Hellenistic period (325-150 B.C.)

Susanna Before Daniel, 1607. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Susanna Before Daniel, 1607. Series: Thronus Justitiae, pl. 3

The Sacred Grove, Beloved of the Arts and the Muses, 1884 / 89
The Sacred Grove, Beloved of the Arts and the Muses, 1884/89

Dodona, 1615. Artist: Leonard Gaultier
Dodona, 1615. Dodona in Epirus, northwestern Greece, was a prehistoric oracle devoted to the Greek god Zeus and the Mother Goddess identified at other sites with Rhea or Gaia, but here called Dione

Womans bronze perfume oil cista, Hellenistic period, 3rd century BC. Found in the collection of the Musee du Petit Palais, Paris

Boxer of Thermonr, Hellenistic bronze statue, c1st Century AD. Artist: Lysippos
Boxer of Thermonr, Hellenistic bronze statue, c1st Century AD. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Rome, Rome

Bronze Greek Portrait head of a man, late Hellenistic Period, c1st century BC. Found on Delos. At Nat. Archaeological Museum, Athens

Greek Bronze Horse and Jockey, from Artemision, life-size. 2 Cent BC. At National Archaelogical Muse
Greek Bronze Horse and Jockey, from Artemision, Life-size, 2nd century BC. At The Jockey of Artemision is a large Hellenistic bronze statue of a young boy riding a horse, dated to around 150-140 BC

Prohedriai in the Greek Theatre of Priene, Turkey, 20th century. One of five chairs reserved for dignitaries and seat of honor directly in front of or around the orchestra in the Greek theatre

A pair of gold Nike earrings, 4th century BC
Pair of gold earrings in the form of Nikes (Victories), 4th century BC. From the British Museums collection

The Venus of Rhodes, 1st century
The Venus of Rhodes, a Hellenistic statuette of Aphrodite bathing, 1st century

Marble portrait of Alexander the Great, Hellenistic Greek, 2nd-1st century BC. Earlier portraits of Alexander, in heroic style, look less youthful than those made after his death

Omphalos from Delphi, 2nd century BC
The Omphalos (world-navel, or world-centre) from Delphi, from the Delphi Museums collection, 2nd century BC

Greek theatre at Ephesus, 1st century BC
Greek theatre at Ephesus, Turkey, originally built in Hellenistic times, but enlarged in the first century AD. St Paul (c. 5-67 AD) preached here, 1st century BC

Hellenistic Greek relief of Orpheus and Eurydice, 4th century BC
Hellenistic Greek relief of Orpheus and Eurydice. Orpheus is turning to look back at Eurydice when returning from Hades, condemning her back to the underworld

Statuette of Hercules resting
bronze statuette of Hercules resting, either a Hellenistic or Roman copy of the 3rd Century BC larger work by Lysippus

Terracotta group of knucklebone (astragalos) players, Hellenistic Greek, c330-c300 BC. The two figures play a game similar to the modern game of jacks. From the British Museums collection

The Arundel Head - bronze head possibly of the Greek tragedian Sophocles, Hellenistic, 2nd century BC. Found in Smyrna, Turkey. From the British Museums collection

Bronze vessel in the form of the head of a young African woman. From the British Museums collection

Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great, 350 BC
Roman copy of a lost Greek original bust of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) of 350 BC, from the British Museums collection

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Step into the world of Hellenistic Greek art and be transported to a time of beauty, creativity, and cultural significance. The Sacred Grove, Beloved of the Arts and the Muses, created in 1884/89, is a stunning example of this period's artistic prowess. Its intricate details and delicate craftsmanship showcase the mastery that defined Hellenistic Greek art. Travel back even further to Dodona in 1615 with Leonard Gaultier's artwork capturing its essence. This piece allows us to glimpse into the religious practices and beliefs that were integral to Hellenistic Greek society. The Woman's bronze perfume oil cista from the 3rd century BC showcases not only their love for beauty but also their attention to detail in everyday objects. It serves as a reminder that art was not limited to grand sculptures but could be found in even the smallest items. Speaking of sculptures, Lysippos' Boxer of Thermonr is an extraordinary example from around the 1st century AD. Its lifelike representation captures both physical strength and emotional depth—a testament to Hellenistic Greek sculptors' ability to bring stone or bronze alive. A Bronze Greek Portrait head from late Hellenistic Period gives us insight into how individuals were immortalized through sculpture during this era. The meticulous rendering brings forth a sense of realism rarely seen before. Moving away from human figures, we encounter another masterpiece: The Bronze Horse and Jockey from Artemision. This life-size sculpture demonstrates not only technical skill but also an appreciation for equestrian sports—an important aspect of ancient Greece's culture. In Priene, Turkey stands Prohedriai in the Greek Theatre—a structure that has stood for centuries as a testament to theater arts during this period. It reminds us how performance played an essential role in society—entertaining audiences while exploring complex themes. Delve deeper into personal adornment with gold Nike earrings dating back to the 4th century BC.