Apollo - Genius of the Arts
Artist Unknown
A wooden statue of Apollo, the Classical god of light, poetry, music, healing, and prophecy often used to represent the trades, arts, and their professions. Here he is covered in small tools, books, and instruments. These objects show the skills of music, science, and crafts. It was made in Augsburg, a German city known for its art and skilled craftsmanship.
Date
17th century AD
Materials
Wood
Lime wood (polychromed)
Size (cm)
H 119
Location
First Floor
Collection
Hunt Museum Collection
Interpretive Video
Transcript
This wooden statue shows Apollo, the Greek god of light, poetry, music, healing, and knowledge. It was made in Germany in the 1600s, in the city of Augsburg. Apollo was known as a protector of many tr...
