Wounded Gaul

Creator

• Unknown

Files

Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Publication Date

1966

Time Period

early 2nd century CE replica of an original from 200 BCE

Abstract

Front center full view

Keywords

Greek Hellenistic period, Sculpture (Visual works), Statues, Roman copy, Roman Imperial period

Alt Text

A bronze statue of a man kneeling over another figure lying on a rectangular base, set against a dark background. The figures are detailed with classical features and textures.

Extent

1 color photograph

Geographic Location

Turkey; Bergama (Turkey)

Rights

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Access Restrictions

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Media Type

Color photographs

Format

Digital Only

Note

This statue from Pergamon, in modern day Pergamos, Turkey, is a Roman copy of a third-century BCE bronze statue that was part of a group commemorating a Hellenistic victory over the Galatians, who were Celtic settlers in Asia Minor. In 278 BCE several Celtic tribes crossed over into Asia Minor against whom the Attalids of Pergamon fought in defense of the Greek cities in the region. Around 225 BCE, two great monuments were set up on the acropolis at Pergamon to celebrate those victories. The inscribed bases still survive and permit later marble copies to be recognized. A Celtic warrior, called a Gaul, is depicted with intense pain, as seen by his facial expression. One of the most noticeable features of these sculptures is the willingness to show the wounds of those who have been defeated. This work is part of the Farnese Collection and is currently held at the Naples National Archaeological Museum, Italy.

Identifier

A01-JGC0394

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Wounded Gaul" (1966). Art and Art History Collection (Saskia). 420.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/saskia/420