Design Toscano . KY1389

Callipygian Venus Grand Garden Statue After Hellenistic original Venus Kallipygos Sculpture, National Archaeologial Museum, Naples Venus, thought to be more beautiful than any mortal woman, demurely admires her reflection in this sculpture called "Callipygian," meaning "of the beautiful buttocks." Although the late Hellenistic original once stood at the center of a pool in Nero's Domus Aurea in Rome, it was considered "dangerously erotic" and was included amongst other such artworks in a secret cabinet when relocated to Naples in 1802. Our Grand Garden Venus is cast in quality designer resin as a classic statement piece for home or garden. 11"Wx13"Dx36H. 32 lbs. Fits on Classical Fluted plinth (KY2273), Rococo plinth (KY0631), Grand Garden English plinth (NE140502), Grande Laurel plinth (KY3917) and Lion of Florence Sentinel base (KY727) Fits on Large Classic plinth (NG314100) and Grand Rosette plinth (CL5193) with slight overhang This item is crafted of durable resin and may be displayed outdoors with the following care: Painted items will benefit from a coat of clear acrylic spray paint to slow fading from sun exposure. Avoid direct exposure to freezing winter weather.