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✨ 𝐇𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐝 | 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭 – "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐃𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲" ✨

"I know how to speak many falsehoods that resemble the truth, and I know how to speak the truth." 📜🏛️ This distinguished bust captures Hesiod (c. 700 BCE) – the legendary Greek epic poet whose works are among the oldest surviving sources of Greek mythology and ancient wisdom . A contemporary of Homer, he is renowned for his didactic poem Works and Days and the mythological account Theogony, which shaped the Greek understanding of the cosmos . A symbol of poetic genius, rural wisdom, and the enduring power of storytelling. Perfect for home offices, studies, libraries, and lovers of classical literature and ancient Greek culture.

✅ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝 :

1x Hesiod Bust ✅
Ready to display – no assembly required ✅

✅ 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 📏:
Choose the perfect scale for your space:

Size Height
Extra Small 12 cm / 4.7 inches
Small 17 cm / 6.7 inches
Medium 20 cm / 7.9 inches
Large 22 cm / 8.6 inches
Extra Large 25 cm / 9.8 inches
XL 30 cm / 11.8 inches

𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 – 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐮𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬! 😊

✅ "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐃𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲" 📜:
Hesiod lived around 700 BCE in the region of Boeotia, central Greece. He was a farmer and poet who composed two major works that have survived to the present day: Theogony, a genealogical account of the Greek gods and the creation of the world, and Works and Days, a didactic poem offering practical advice on agriculture, justice, and living a virtuous life. He is also credited with the Shield of Heracles, a shorter epic poem. His works provide a vital insight into the economic, social, and religious life of early Greece, bridging the gap between the Mycenaean era and the classical period. Hesiod is considered a contemporary of Homer, and together they are the twin pillars of early Greek epic poetry. His work profoundly influenced later Greek philosophers, including Empedocles, Parmenides, and Hesiod's cosmology was later adapted and expanded upon by the Orphic traditions. He remains a foundational figure of Western literature and mythography.

Key Works:

Theogony (c. 700 BCE) – The most authoritative genealogical source of the Greek gods and the creation of the cosmos

Works and Days (c. 700 BCE) – A timeless didactic poem on agriculture, justice, and the "golden rule" of reciprocity

Shield of Heracles – An epic poem describing the shield of the hero Heracles

✅ "𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐞𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝" 🌍:
Hesiod's story is one of divine inspiration and rural wisdom. He claimed that he was inspired by the Muses while tending his sheep on Mount Helicon, transforming him from a simple farmer into a poet of epic proportions. His works reflect the realities of rural life and the harshness of the Greek countryside, while his poetic vision extended to the origins of the cosmos and the genealogies of the gods. He was the first Greek poet to present himself as an individual, a distinct voice within his own work. In the 'Works and Days', he tells the story of his dispute with his brother Perses over their inheritance, a personal detail that makes his work unique. His poetry, though didactic, is infused with a deep understanding of human nature and the divine order, and his influence on Greek and Western thought is profound.

✅ "𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦" ✨:
Hesiod's influence on literature, philosophy, and Western thought is immeasurable:

He defined Greek mythology – His Theogony is the most comprehensive ancient source for the Greek gods

He wrote the first didactic poem – Works and Days is a masterpiece of practical wisdom

He influenced Greek philosophers – His cosmology inspired thinkers like Empedocles and Parmenides

He is a literary pioneer – He was one of the first Greek poets to use a personal voice

His legacy endures – His works are foundational texts of Western culture, studied and loved for over two millennia

✅ "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝" 🏛️:
This bust captures Hesiod in his most recognisable form, inspired by classical depictions of the poet and the Roman portrait types later used for Orpheus :

The Classical Greek Features – A face embodying ancient wisdom and inspiration

The Thoughtful, Visionary Gaze – Reflecting the poet's divine insight

The Laureate Presence – A tribute to the poet of the Muses

The Classic Silhouette – The timeless image of the father of Greek epic

✅ "𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬" 📖:

He lived around 700 BCE – A contemporary of Homer, he is one of the earliest Greek poets

He claimed divine inspiration – He said the Muses on Mount Helicon inspired him

He was a farmer and poet – His poetry reflects the realities of Greek rural life

He is the only poet to include himself in his poetry – A unique personal voice in the epic tradition

He is the "father of Greek didactic poetry" – His practical wisdom influenced many later writers

His brother Perses is the antagonist of the Works and Days – A personal dispute that became legendary

His influence on Greek philosophy is profound – He shaped the Greek worldview for centuries

✅ "𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐐𝐮𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬" 💬:

"I know how to speak many falsehoods that resemble the truth, and I know how to speak the truth." – Hesiod

"Work is no disgrace: it is idleness which is a disgrace." – Hesiod

"The gods put sweat before virtue." – Hesiod

"Observe due measure, and moderation is the best of things." – Hesiod

✅ "𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐬" 🏠:
This sculpture brings the spirit of ancient Greek poetry to:

Home offices and personal studies – A daily reminder of the power of words

Classical literature and mythology collections – Among your treasured books

Home libraries and bookshelves – Alongside Homer, Virgil, and other epic poets

Office desks and creative spaces – The spirit of inspiration and wisdom

Birthday gifts – For the poet, writer, classics lover, or myth enthusiast in your life

✅ "𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲" 🛠️:
Meticulously crafted using precision 3D printing technology and finished by hand. Every detail – from the classical features to the visionary gaze – is rendered with care, capturing the father of Greek didactic poetry.

✅ "𝐄𝐜𝐨-𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐋𝐀 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥" 🌿:
Crafted from high-quality PLA – a plant-based plastic derived from corn starch. It is not only recyclable but also biodegradable, offering an environmentally conscious choice for collectors.

✅ "𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞" 🎨:
Standard finishes available – classic marble-effect, bronze, stone, terracotta, or Greek blue. We also welcome custom colour requests. Contact us to discuss bringing this epic poet to life in your preferred palette!

⚠️ "𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞 :" Please note that the colour may appear slightly different on your screen or in person due to variations in monitor settings and lighting conditions.

📏 "𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:"
• 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥: High-Quality 3D-Printed PLA+
• 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭: Hesiod (c. 700 BCE)
• 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬: Epic Poet, Didactic Poet, Father of Greek Didactic Poetry
• 𝐄𝐫𝐚: 8th Century BCE / Archaic Greece / Ancient Greek Literature
• 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬: Theogony, Works and Days, Shield of Heracles
• 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: Classical Greek features, thoughtful visionary gaze, laureate presence
• 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡: Various colours available (select at checkout or message for custom)
• 𝐔𝐬𝐞: Decorative sculpture / Literary collectible / Office desk decor

🎁 "𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐫:"

Classical literature and Greek mythology enthusiasts

Poets, writers, and creative souls

Home office and study decor

Libraries and classical collections

Unique, thoughtful gifts for classicists

Birthday gifts for lovers of ancient Greece

Anyone who believes in the power of poetry and myth

⚠️ "𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬:"
• This item is 3D printed, so minor layer lines or subtle imperfections may be visible – this is part of the charm of a handmade, non-molded piece.
• Intended for indoor display. Handle with care to preserve delicate details.
• Custom Orders: If you would like this bust in other sizes or colours, please do not hesitate to contact us. We're happy to accommodate your vision!

✨ "𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝟑𝐃"
This literary tribute is brought to life in our UK workshop, where we fuse a passion for classical literature, ancient Greek heritage, and sculptural tradition with precision 3D printing. Every piece celebrates the poets who have inspired us – and whose words continue to resonate across the millennia. 🇬🇧

🛠️ "𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞-𝐭𝐨-𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞"
Each Hesiod bust is printed fresh for your order, ensuring top quality and reducing waste. Your unique literary piece is prepared with dedicated attention within 1–2 business days.

📦 "𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭"

𝐔𝐊 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬: Please allow 2-3 days for delivery after processing.

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬: Please allow 1–2 weeks for creation and delivery.

We carefully package each bust to ensure it arrives safely – and ready to inspire your inner poet.

💬 "𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬? Feel free to message us anytime – we'd love to help create the perfect piece for your collection