Castor and Pollux ‘San Ildefonso Group’ Metal & Resin Replica Sculpture

Design Plus Gallery presents a Reproduction Replica Example of the ‘Castor and Pollux’ Statue found in Madrid, circa the First Century. It reflects the reverence for classical Greek art and the desire to emulate its aesthetic ideals during the Roman Imperial period. The composition is dynamic and balanced, with the figures mirroring each other in their contrapposto stances. The attention to detail in the anatomy, especially the musculature of the bodies, is remarkable.
The facial expressions of the figures are serene and contemplative, typical of the idealized beauty and calmness associated with classical Greek art. The intricate hair curls and delicate features are also indicative of the influence of Greek sculpture. Overall, the sculpture exemplifies the mastery of Greco-Roman artists in adapting and combining different artistic styles to create harmonious and timeless works of art. From the original form of the statue this replica is missing a few elements; the torch in the left and right hands of the masculine figure on the left, and also the feminine statue that would have been behind the male on the left as well. These elements may have been withheld from the creation of this replica, but is unknown. This is a heavy, solid metal sculpture and is coated in resin to protect against harsh elements. Surface wear is present and consistent with age + use.