Antique Print,  Mythology Art, Greek Mythology Print, Hebe, Goddess of Youth, 1892 Book Page (AR-A425)
 
This print depicts a sculptural representation of Hebe, the Greek goddess of youth, by the Italian Neoclassical sculptor Antonio Canova. 
The sculpture portrays Hebe, the daughter of Zeus and Hera, who served as the cupbearer to the gods of Olympus, offering them ambrosia and nectar to maintain their youth and immortality. 
It embodies the Neoclassical ideal of beauty, characterized by its ethereal quality, graceful lines, and harmonious composition. 
Hebe is depicted in a dynamic pose, seemingly floating or walking with a light step, holding an amphora and a cup, ready to serve. 
The sculpture features a refined hairstyle adorned with a diadem, a bare torso, and a lower body draped in flowing fabric that accentuates her form. The use of bronze for the amphora, cup, and hair ribbon was a notable detail that drew some criticism at the time, as it contrasted with the purity associated with marble. 
Also included is the tissue paper covering with a brief description of the scene.
This is an original,  not a reproduction. It came from a destroyed 1st edition book published in 1892 by Selmar Hess called Character Sketches of Romance Fiction and Drama. There is some damage, aging to the bound side of the print. All prints are either wood engravings, etchings, photogravure, or typogravure.
Approx Size - 11.5"x 9"
Great for framing, assemblage, collage art, scrapbooking, college or school reports, research, home decor