Statements (261)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:statues
gptkb:sculpture |
| gptkbp:acquisition |
gift to the Louvre
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| gptkbp:acquisition_year |
1821
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| gptkbp:art_movement |
gptkb:Neoclassicism
gptkb:Hellenistic_art Classical art |
| gptkbp:art_style |
gptkb:Hellenistic_sculpture
exemplifies classical beauty ideals |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Alexandros_of_Antioch
|
| gptkbp:artistic_expression |
varied interpretations by different cultures
|
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
Classical Greek art
Renaissance artists Widespread highly regarded influenced neoclassical art inspired clothing designs considered priceless by art experts |
| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
Classical art
Enduring timeless beauty remains a benchmark for beauty in art |
| gptkbp:artistic_technique |
gptkb:carving
chiaroscuro contrapposto stance high relief Sculpture in the round exhibits high level of craftsmanship |
| gptkbp:associated_artist |
gptkb:neoclassicism
other ancient Greek sculptures |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Venus love and beauty beauty standards feminine ideals Feminine ideals |
| gptkbp:audience |
widely admired
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| gptkbp:collection |
gptkb:Louvre_Museum's_antiquities
Louvre Museum collection |
| gptkbp:commissioned |
unknown patron
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| gptkbp:condition |
well-preserved
well-preserved despite missing parts |
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
undergoes regular conservation treatments
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| gptkbp:conservation_status |
well-preserved
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| gptkbp:constructed_in |
the Hellenistic period
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| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Alexandros_of_Antioch
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| gptkbp:cult_status |
gptkb:Aphrodite_cult
Aphrodite worship Aphrodite's worship |
| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
Greek heritage
Greek cultural heritage part of French national heritage |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Significant
gptkb:popular_culture artistic expression icon of classical art inspired numerous replicas and adaptations icon of Western art inspired numerous replicas has influenced modern representations of beauty. recognized worldwide as a masterpiece |
| gptkbp:cultural_influence |
artistic movements
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| gptkbp:cultural_references |
art and literature
referenced in popular culture often referenced in popular culture |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
represents ideals of beauty in ancient Greece
Icon of classical art represents ancient Greek ideals |
| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
gptkb:Yes
feminine beauty feminine ideal icon of Western art history |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
Various artworks
various artworks artworks and literature |
| gptkbp:depicts |
gptkb:Aphrodite
|
| gptkbp:design_influence |
interior design and decor
|
| gptkbp:dimensions |
approximately 6 feet 8 inches
approximately 101 cm wide approximately 6 feet 8 inches tall approximately 101 cm wide at the base 69 in x 27 in x 22 in |
| gptkbp:discovered_by |
1820
Melos Marquis de Rivière |
| gptkbp:discovery |
gptkb:Island_of_Melos
gptkb:island_of_Melos 1820 |
| gptkbp:discovery_year |
1820
|
| gptkbp:exemplifies |
Hellenistic ideals
|
| gptkbp:exhibited_at |
gptkb:Louvre
1821 Louvre Museum, Paris Louvre Museum since 1821 Louvre since 1821 |
| gptkbp:exhibition |
permanent collection
permanent display permanent collection at the Louvre Louvre exhibitions |
| gptkbp:exhibition_history |
displayed in various exhibitions worldwide
displayed in various museums worldwide |
| gptkbp:exhibitions |
international exhibitions
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
gptkb:its_beauty
missing arms its missing arms Beauty and elegance one of the most recognized sculptures in the world |
| gptkbp:featured_in |
films and media
art history courses films and literature Art history discussions |
| gptkbp:features |
missing arms
|
| gptkbp:has_been |
subject of many interpretations
|
| gptkbp:has_been_restored |
various conservators
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| gptkbp:height |
203 cm
approximately 201 cm approximately 203 cm approximately 2.02 meters |
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
cultural significance
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Hellenistic_period
gptkb:Ancient_Greek discovered on the island of Melos created during the Hellenistic period reflects the aesthetics of the Hellenistic era found on the island of Melos |
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
gptkb:sculptures
gptkb:Yes |
| gptkbp:historical_period |
gptkb:Hellenistic_period
gptkb:Ancient_Greece gptkb:Classical_antiquity |
| gptkbp:historical_research |
subject of ongoing archaeological research
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
gptkb:Art_History
Symbol of beauty one of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture significant in art history iconic representation one of the most famous sculptures one of the most famous ancient sculptures reflects ancient Greek values important study subject for art historians represents idealized beauty important example of ancient sculpture |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Venus de Milo
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| gptkbp:iconography |
symbol of beauty and love
|
| gptkbp:influence |
Western art
inspired many artists inspired numerous replicas and adaptations |
| gptkbp:influenced |
Modern art
Renaissance artists modern art movements modern sculptures |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
neoclassical art
inspired photographers modern sculpture movements |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Roman art
Greek sculpture Greek sculptural traditions earlier Greek sculptures Greek classical sculpture |
| gptkbp:inscription |
none known
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
many artists
inspired artists across centuries |
| gptkbp:inspired |
literature and poetry
numerous adaptations in popular culture numerous replicas Numerous replicas modern interpretations of beauty |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Aphrodite_of_Knidos Greek sculptures |
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
numerous studies and analyses
|
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
feminine beauty
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
art history
|
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a symbol of art history
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
a masterpiece of ancient sculpture
|
| gptkbp:is_displayed_in |
gptkb:Louvre_Museum
Sully Wing of the Louvre |
| gptkbp:is_famous_for |
its beauty and mystery
|
| gptkbp:is_found_in |
1820
|
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
a temple or sanctuary
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| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
other classical sculptures
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Western_art_canon
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| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
nude figure
Nude figure |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a cultural icon
masterpiece of ancient art |
| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
masterpiece of ancient art
|
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:Aphrodite_of_Milos
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
Aesthetic appeal
its aesthetic appeal its missing arms its idealized form graceful form |
| gptkbp:landmark |
recognized worldwide
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Paris,_France
gptkb:Louvre_Museum gptkb:Melos,_Greece |
| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:limestone
gptkb:marble |
| gptkbp:media_appearances |
featured in films and literature
|
| gptkbp:medium |
gptkb:marble
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Aphrodite_of_Milos
|
| gptkbp:notable_artist |
the 2nd century BC
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| gptkbp:notable_aspect |
idealized form
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| gptkbp:notable_exhibitions |
Louvre exhibitions
Louvre's major exhibitions |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
contrapposto stance
missing arms draped clothing |
| gptkbp:notable_features |
contrapposto stance
|
| gptkbp:notable_for |
its missing arms
|
| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:Ancient_Greece
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
Louvre collection
Louvre's collection |
| gptkbp:period |
gptkb:Hellenistic_period
gptkb:Classical_antiquity |
| gptkbp:portrayed_in |
various artworks
films and literature various films and media |
| gptkbp:public_perception |
admired for its aesthetic qualities
|
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Venus_figurines Greek art |
| gptkbp:represents |
idealized female form
|
| gptkbp:reprints |
gptkb:Yes
many found worldwide found in various museums |
| gptkbp:reproduction |
widely reproduced in various forms
numerous copies |
| gptkbp:research_interest |
subject of numerous academic studies
subject of many studies extensive research and analysis |
| gptkbp:restoration |
minimal intervention
Minimal restoration underwent restoration efforts various efforts various restorations over time |
| gptkbp:significance |
icon of beauty
one of the most famous works of ancient Greek sculpture |
| gptkbp:style |
Hellenistic
|
| gptkbp:subject |
goddess of love and beauty
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
embodiment of feminine beauty
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
Love and beauty
feminine beauty idealized female form beauty and love |
| gptkbp:technique |
gptkb:carving
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| gptkbp:theme |
love and beauty
|
| gptkbp:tourism |
attracts millions of visitors annually
|
| gptkbp:unveiled_on |
the Louvre in 1821
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| gptkbp:writings |
analyzed in feminist art criticism
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| gptkbp:year_created |
circa 150 BC
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Gazing_Ball_(Venus)
gptkb:The_Birth_of_Venus gptkb:Paris gptkb:Venus gptkb:The_Gallery_of_the_Louvre gptkb:The_Louvre gptkb:Louvre_Museum |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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