The Winged Triumph of Samothrace, created by the sculptor Pisocritus, is a known example of Hellenistic design and continues to evoke strong emotions in the Louvre's visitors to it.
The woman is made of Paros marble, and the platform on which she stands is made of marble found on Rhodes. The winged triumph of Samothrace, which occupies the rudder of a ship or is depicted in flight, explodes with energy as the garment is pulled and envelops the body. It suggests a reaction and evokes a sense of energy and victory. It has also been noted that Pisocritos' work is also an early example of sculpture used to represent broader themes such as justice, revenge and peace.
