Apollonius's Boxer at Rest
Apollonius, Boxer at Rest, 100-50 B.C.E., bronze (Palazzo Massimo, Museo Nazionale Romano)
Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker
This Greek bronze was found in 1885, buried, possibly purposefully, on the Quirinal, one of the seven hills of Rome. It has been suggested that this sculpture may represent the Olympic champion, Theogenes.
Where and When
Greece, precise origin unknown
100-50 B.C.E.
100-50 B.C.E.
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Jenny Kaye wrote on Monday, March 11, 2013
This statue is stunning and incredibly moving. Imagine being the one who unburied it! Every muscle on his body tells a story; every mark on his face clearly expresses what is within. And, in contrast to what was said in the video,I find him to be extremely beautiful...a physical melody.
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