Colossal Cycladic Idol
This 4-foot tall polyresin Cycladic idol is inspired by the mysterious art of an ancient civilization. Hand-crafted encrustations and a deep marble color brings antique and sophisticated energy into any space.
The creation of the contempo starts with research into authentic masterpieces, allowing Antico Contempo to determine how antiques can be thoughtfully reimagined through a contemporary lens. Every piece is examined to identify its unique qualities and what processes are required for adaptation.
High-resolution 3D scans are captured using structured light and infrared sensing, with real-time refinements made to preserve surface nuances and structural integrity. The raw data is reworked to create watertight, workshop-ready meshes.
Casted in three parts, the sheer size of this work took dozens of hours to perfect; multiple protypes are developed using 3D printers that also create jewelry, car parts, and furniture. Then, additional digital reimagining and creative modifications are digitally adjusted as needed, ranging from simple adjustments to comprehensive artistic transformations of objects. Once finalized, the ancient technique of casting begins, using polyresin to create an accessible and contemporary Cycladic idol.
For this contempo, the form, shape and proportionality of the original are represented. This gives the ultimate connection to the ancient piece. Reimagined for today, this piece is a unique variant and the only edition that will be created.
The original marble idol is from the Early Cycladic II period, circa 2500 to 2400 B.C. These idols come from the Greek islands that made up the Cyclades. Most major museums pride themselves on having at least one great example.
This masterpiece is attributed to the Naxos Museum Sculptor of the Spedos variety, representing the highest quality yet most diverse variety of Cycladic idols. In some cases, red and blue pigments indicated the details such as eyes and the hairline; when survived, the almond-shaped eyes have dotted pupils.
Cycladic marble idols are generally represented as a reclining folded-arm female figure and originate from the geographic areas of the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea. Cycladic art is famous mostly for these statuettes, whose design is both simple and attractive, appealing to the modern artistic eye.
This statuette has slightly protruding breasts; the legs are slightly bent, arms folded over the belly. The head is tilted backwards; its flared oval profile recalls the shape of a lyre. Only the straight nose is sculpted on the face. The proportions of the figure are elegant and subtle; the rounded line of the shoulders is particularly fine. Incisions highlight the nape, the base of the neck. The deep notch between the legs shows an elongated opening between the knees.
More detailed write-up of the ancient original piece available upon request.
This 4-foot tall polyresin Cycladic idol is inspired by the mysterious art of an ancient civilization. Hand-crafted encrustations and a deep marble color brings antique and sophisticated energy into any space.
The creation of the contempo starts with research into authentic masterpieces, allowing Antico Contempo to determine how antiques can be thoughtfully reimagined through a contemporary lens. Every piece is examined to identify its unique qualities and what processes are required for adaptation.
High-resolution 3D scans are captured using structured light and infrared sensing, with real-time refinements made to preserve surface nuances and structural integrity. The raw data is reworked to create watertight, workshop-ready meshes.
Casted in three parts, the sheer size of this work took dozens of hours to perfect; multiple protypes are developed using 3D printers that also create jewelry, car parts, and furniture. Then, additional digital reimagining and creative modifications are digitally adjusted as needed, ranging from simple adjustments to comprehensive artistic transformations of objects. Once finalized, the ancient technique of casting begins, using polyresin to create an accessible and contemporary Cycladic idol.
For this contempo, the form, shape and proportionality of the original are represented. This gives the ultimate connection to the ancient piece. Reimagined for today, this piece is a unique variant and the only edition that will be created.
The original marble idol is from the Early Cycladic II period, circa 2500 to 2400 B.C. These idols come from the Greek islands that made up the Cyclades. Most major museums pride themselves on having at least one great example.
This masterpiece is attributed to the Naxos Museum Sculptor of the Spedos variety, representing the highest quality yet most diverse variety of Cycladic idols. In some cases, red and blue pigments indicated the details such as eyes and the hairline; when survived, the almond-shaped eyes have dotted pupils.
Cycladic marble idols are generally represented as a reclining folded-arm female figure and originate from the geographic areas of the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea. Cycladic art is famous mostly for these statuettes, whose design is both simple and attractive, appealing to the modern artistic eye.
This statuette has slightly protruding breasts; the legs are slightly bent, arms folded over the belly. The head is tilted backwards; its flared oval profile recalls the shape of a lyre. Only the straight nose is sculpted on the face. The proportions of the figure are elegant and subtle; the rounded line of the shoulders is particularly fine. Incisions highlight the nape, the base of the neck. The deep notch between the legs shows an elongated opening between the knees.
More detailed write-up of the ancient original piece available upon request.
This 4-foot tall polyresin Cycladic idol is inspired by the mysterious art of an ancient civilization. Hand-crafted encrustations and a deep marble color brings antique and sophisticated energy into any space.
The creation of the contempo starts with research into authentic masterpieces, allowing Antico Contempo to determine how antiques can be thoughtfully reimagined through a contemporary lens. Every piece is examined to identify its unique qualities and what processes are required for adaptation.
High-resolution 3D scans are captured using structured light and infrared sensing, with real-time refinements made to preserve surface nuances and structural integrity. The raw data is reworked to create watertight, workshop-ready meshes.
Casted in three parts, the sheer size of this work took dozens of hours to perfect; multiple protypes are developed using 3D printers that also create jewelry, car parts, and furniture. Then, additional digital reimagining and creative modifications are digitally adjusted as needed, ranging from simple adjustments to comprehensive artistic transformations of objects. Once finalized, the ancient technique of casting begins, using polyresin to create an accessible and contemporary Cycladic idol.
For this contempo, the form, shape and proportionality of the original are represented. This gives the ultimate connection to the ancient piece. Reimagined for today, this piece is a unique variant and the only edition that will be created.
The original marble idol is from the Early Cycladic II period, circa 2500 to 2400 B.C. These idols come from the Greek islands that made up the Cyclades. Most major museums pride themselves on having at least one great example.
This masterpiece is attributed to the Naxos Museum Sculptor of the Spedos variety, representing the highest quality yet most diverse variety of Cycladic idols. In some cases, red and blue pigments indicated the details such as eyes and the hairline; when survived, the almond-shaped eyes have dotted pupils.
Cycladic marble idols are generally represented as a reclining folded-arm female figure and originate from the geographic areas of the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea. Cycladic art is famous mostly for these statuettes, whose design is both simple and attractive, appealing to the modern artistic eye.
This statuette has slightly protruding breasts; the legs are slightly bent, arms folded over the belly. The head is tilted backwards; its flared oval profile recalls the shape of a lyre. Only the straight nose is sculpted on the face. The proportions of the figure are elegant and subtle; the rounded line of the shoulders is particularly fine. Incisions highlight the nape, the base of the neck. The deep notch between the legs shows an elongated opening between the knees.
More detailed write-up of the ancient original piece available upon request.
Ancient Original
Early Cycladic II period, ca. 2500 to 2400 B.C.
Marble
H: 21 cm (8.3 in)
Contempo
2025
High-grade polyresin, hand painted with clay encrustation and hand polished. Handcrafted custom steel support plate
H: 122 cm (4 feet)
Creation
Our contempos begin with ancient inspiration and are reimagined in New York City.
We digitally refine, sculpt, and adapt ancient figures through intensive digital modeling and sculpting. Then we select the material and scale, combining precise 3D printing and ancient casting and molding techniques. The coloring and the meticulous hand finish to each contempo gives every work a unique and iconic presence.
