{"product_id":"apollo-statue-greek-god-ash-wood","title":"Apollo Statue | Hand-Carved Ash Wood Greek God of Light, Music \u0026 Prophecy","description":"\u003cp\u003eApollo is the god the Greeks turned to when they needed truth — at Delphi, in music, in the light that makes things visible. This hand-carved ash wood statue captures him in the full radiance of his domain: god of the sun, of poetry, of prophecy, of healing, and of the order that beauty imposes on chaos. Each piece is individually carved and finished with varnish by skilled artisans in Ukraine; no two are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApollo — God of Light, Music \u0026amp; the Oracle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApollo is one of the most complex deities in the Greek pantheon — a god of apparent contradictions who holds them together with perfect composure. He is the god of the sun and of reason, but also of poetry and music, which operate by a logic that reason alone cannot explain. He is the god of healing and of plague, capable of sending both with equal precision. He is the god of prophecy, whose oracle at Delphi was consulted by kings and generals for a thousand years, and whose answers were always true and never simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greek-statue\"\u003eGreek gods\u003c\/a\u003e, Apollo represents the principle that excellence — in art, in thought, in action — is itself a form of devotion. The Delphic maxim “know thyself” was inscribed at his temple not as a philosophical exercise but as a warning: the oracle could only speak truth to those who were honest enough to hear it. He is the god who rewards clarity and punishes self-deception, which makes him one of the most demanding deities to work with — and one of the most rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: ecological ash wood\u003cbr\u003eFinish: varnish\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 8 in \/ 20.3 cm × 3.5 in \/ 8.9 cm × 1.9 in \/ 4.8 cm\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: hand-carved\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: crafted in Ukraine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThose who work with Apollo in Hellenic polytheist or pagan practice. Altars dedicated to creativity, music, poetry, and the arts. Practitioners drawn to solar deities, prophecy, and divination work. Those who find meaning in the pursuit of excellence and truth — Apollo, whose \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/apollo-greek-god-sun-music-prophecy-mythology\"\u003emythology spans from the slaying of Python to the tragedy of Cassandra\u003c\/a\u003e, is the god who understands that truth is both a gift and a burden. A meaningful gift for musicians, artists, healers, or anyone who works with light in any of its forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Global Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship from Spain (EU), our USA fulfillment studio, and our Workshop in Ukraine. \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eView full shipping information →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eReturns\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in original condition. Return shipping is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout ArtCarving Shop\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery statue in our collection is hand-carved from ecological ash wood by skilled artisans in our Ukrainian workshop. No mass production — each piece is individually made, finished by hand, and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe clean with a dry cloth. Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the varnish finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eApollo does not flatter. He illuminates. If his light speaks to you, this statue belongs on your altar — or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apollo-statues\"\u003eApollo Statues collection\u003c\/a\u003e to find the piece that fits your practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Carving Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40852877410488,"sku":"APOLLO-001","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/0566\/0600\/products\/il_fullxfull.3178445234_13rm.jpg?v=1637409639","url":"https:\/\/artcarving.store\/products\/apollo-statue-greek-god-ash-wood","provider":"Art Carving Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}