Ganymede and the Eagle from france core 'ngrato

core 'ngrato

hand-stitched patches adorn this stone washed

There are just a handful of different Tektites known on earth but Moldavite is the most famous

With its gold setting protecting it on the sides and back

along with the meticulous craftsmanship and integrity of the pieces

Ganymede and the Eagle from france core 'ngratoAbout the Piece 10" across, 4" wide, 8" tall This is a cast marble sculpture depicting Ganymede, a cupbearer to the greek gods, serving Zeus in the form of an eagle. The original sculpture of which this is replicating was carved by Bertel Thorvaldsen from 1817 29 and is over 3' long. It currently resides at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.