The Dying Gaul in bronze

Bronze reduction of the "Dying Gaul" or "Dying Galatian": A Celtic warrior lies naked, half-reclining on his shield. Blood flows from his chest, indicating a wound. This warrior wears a torc necklace, a typical Gallic piece of jewelry. On the ground, his oval shield and sword are emblematic of the Celts. A curved trumpet, called a cornu, is also depicted at the base. History of the work: Originally, "The Dying Galatian" is a Roman marble sculpture that copies a lost Greek original from the Hellenistic period, probably made in bronze between 230 and 220 BC by Epigonus of Pergamon. This work, also known as the Capitoline Galatian, is exhibited at the Palazzo Nuovo (Rome) in the Capitoline Museums. It depicts a wounded Gallic warrior, naked and slumped on his shield, with abundant hair and a torc around his neck. The sculpture bears witness to the Celtic defeat and illustrates the strength of the conquering people, while paying homage to the courage of their adversaries. Discovered in the early 18th century, it was acquired by Pope Clement VII in 1734 and exhibited in the Capitoline Museums. The fame of this statue led to numerous copies and interpretations, influencing art and emotional representation throughout the centuries.