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The composition relates two distinctive pieces of sculpture; namely the bust of Alexander
the Great (found at a Roman excavation) and the Medici bronze of Venus 1711.
These are separated spatially within the Great Hall. Through each artist, the pieces capture
a unique pose and character thereby representing a worldly reference of the conqueror and
the spiritual sphere of the Gods. The visual convergence of the two expressions create a
sense of communication and common narrative.
