Lysippos and Alexander Lysippos



hermes azara, roman copy of alexander bust found @ tivoli, attributed lysippos (louvre)


lysippos has been credited stock representation of inspired, godlike alexander tousled hair , lips parted, looking upward. 1 fine example, imperial roman copy found @ tivoli, conserved @ louvre.


discovery of possible original statue of alexander

on 26 february 2010, greek authorities arrested 2 men found in illegal possession of various antiquities, including bronze statue of alexander, possibly work of lysippos. if confirmed, make first original work of lysippos ever discovered. statue being examined @ laboratory of archaeological museum of thessaloniki, expected confirm or deny authenticity.








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