The Child Oedipus Revived by the Shepherd Phorbas

In Greek mythology, Laius, King of Thebes, was warned by an oracle that his own son would kill him; he therefore ordered one of his officiers to kill the baby Oedipus, who was hung from a tree by his ankles and left to die.

Here, the shepherd Phorbas has just untied the baby and is attempting to revived him. According to legend, Oedipus was later adopted by King Polybus of Corinth and grew up to fulfill his destiny.

This sculpture group is a major example of neoclassical French sculpture. It is both monumental and delicate thanks to the contrast between the small, inert body of the baby and the shepherd’s athletic frame, and to the presence of picturesque details such as the dog licking the child’s feet.

I make the figures with marble, a resistant material, which allows the figure to be exposed even outdoors and look even more beautiful over the years.

The statue helps people calm down, not impatient, not hasty. It reminds us there are many difficulties and sadness outside but if we just think about all the goodness, just smile and you will feel the life much easier.

Our figures are made by hand using high quality natural marble stone therefor each piece is unique and may slightly be different in shape and color.

★ Can be placed in the living room, garden, bonsai office, bedroom, bookstore, study, library, store, desk, car.

★ Gift idea for your friends and family, for those who are struggling, tired, depressed.

Material: natural marble

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