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Queen Vic, Hastings, UK.

A common sight in the alternative culture town of Hastings, on the south coast of England. The statue graces a main residential square and is regularly dressed up for an upcoming festival or parade, or just a sunny day. She looks like she secretly quite enjoys it chilling out at the beach.

An old statue of Queen Victoria is dressed up in sunglasses and cheap pearls and other bits and pieces getting ready for an alternative day at the beach with the punks and hippies in Hastings a town on the southern coast of England.
#urban#urbanism#alternative_culture
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Jean-Louis Bouzou

Acis Galatea and polyphemus
Medici Fountain
Luxembourg Gardens
Paris

"The Medici Fountain was originally created in the seventeenth century in the Luxembourg gardens for Maria de’ Medici, Queen of France. The romantic fountain is decorated with allegorical statues."
aviewoncities.com/paris/medici

#paris #art #architecture #statues #luxembourggardens #acis #galatea #acisandgalatea #lovers #polyphemus
#photography #photos #monochromephotography
#jlbouzou

This image features a striking sculpture that captures a dramatic moment. At the top, a muscular figure, likely representing a powerful deity or force, looms with an imposing presence. His robust stance and intense posture suggest an act of strength or defiance, perhaps conveying themes of struggle or triumph. Below him, another figure reclines gracefully in a more serene pose. This contrast creates a rich narrative tension between strength and vulnerability. The figure appears to be cradling a smaller form, enhancing the sense of protection or nurturing amidst turmoil. The textures of the sculptures add to the depth of the piece, showcasing intricate details that evoke a sense of realism despite the stylized representations. The monochromatic palette invests the image with a timeless quality, allowing viewers to focus on the emotional weight and dynamics of the scene without the distraction of color. Overall, the interplay of the figures could suggest a story of conflict, love, or coexistence, inviting contemplation on the duality of human experience. The viewer might reflect on the balance between power and tenderness, evoking a rich tapestry of interpretations based on individual perceptions and emotions.
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Frankie ✅

The myth that the statues of ancient Greece and Rome were white was created over time and upheld in part to serve racist ideological purposes. But in reality, ancient works of art were colorful, and even scented.

dw.com/en/ancient-statues-were

Three statue heads painted in different colors.
Deutsche Welle · Statues in ancient Greece, Rome were colorful — and perfumedBy Sarah Hucal
#history#archaeology#greece
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