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Rearming Venus
What did the Venus de Milo, now standing in the Louvre, Paris, look like before she lost her arms ? These are some of the suggestions... Date: 1896
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Rearming Venus: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Iconic Statue Before Her Arms Were Lost (1896) The enigmatic Venus de Milo, currently gracing the halls of the Louvre Museum in Paris, has long captivated the world with her serene beauty and mysterious origins. However, what did this ancient Greek masterpiece look like before she lost her arms over 2,000 years ago? This question has intrigued scholars, artists, and enthusiasts alike, leading to numerous theories and suggestions throughout history. One of the earliest and most compelling theories was proposed by French sculptor and archaeologist, Jean-Bodmer Schoenau, in 1896. Schoenau believed that the Venus de Milo was originally an armed goddess, possibly Aphrodite Areia, the goddess of war and victory. He suggested that her missing arms were intended to represent the goddess holding a shield and a spear, symbols of her warrior status. Schoenau's theory was based on several ancient Greek sculptures that depicted armed goddesses, as well as the presence of small holes on the statue's back, which could have been used to attach the arms. This theory gained widespread acceptance, and Schoenau's vision of a warrior Venus was brought to life through various artistic renderings and replicas. Despite the compelling evidence, other scholars have challenged Schoenau's theory, suggesting alternative explanations for the statue's missing arms. Regardless, the enigma of the Venus de Milo continues to captivate and inspire, leaving us to ponder the true identity and history of this iconic work of art.
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