Lassides

Lassides refers to a family of ancient Greek sculptors known for their work primarily in the Hellenistic period. Information about the family is somewhat fragmented, but a significant number of sculptors bear the name Lassos or Lassides. The most prominent among them was probably Lassos of Hermione, a sculptor active in the 3rd century BCE. He is credited with creating statues, although specific attributions are often debated among art historians.

The Lassides family appears to have been particularly associated with the Peloponnese region of Greece, with Hermione being a notable center. Their artistic style likely reflected the prevailing trends of the Hellenistic era, which was characterized by increased realism, emotional expression, and dynamic compositions. Evidence of their work, or works attributed to them, can be found in various archaeological sites and museums.

While not as widely celebrated as some of their contemporaries, the Lassides family represents an important thread in the tapestry of ancient Greek art. Their contributions, even if indirectly documented, offer insights into the broader artistic landscape and the transmission of sculptural techniques and styles across generations. Further research into surviving inscriptions and stylistic analyses of surviving sculptures continues to shed light on their artistic legacy.