Aphrodite's library

Pafos, as a place of Aphrodite’s worship, attracted pilgrims from around the Mediterranean for the festivities dedicated to the goddess. Two large installations by the visual artist Mary Plant, which constitute a series in constant progress that started in 1996, are presented in the lower floor of the Palepafos Museum. The first installation is the artist’s latest work ‘Aphrodite’s Notes’ (2016) and the second installation is the work ‘The Representation of the Excavation and Discovery of Aphrodite’s Library’ which will be completed within the exhibition area. During the art exhibition, a collection of books and anthographies, based on flowers and plants with reference to the goddess, is also presented. The collection is the result of the well-known artist’s long-term engagement with the figures, the myths and the traditions related to Aphrodite. After her studies, Mary Plant, has presented her work in exhibitions in England, Cyprus, Ireland, France, Germany, Russia, Mongolia, Hong Kong, Spain and The Netherlands, while her works adorn collections in many museums and foundations around the world.

Opening and guided tour on the 3rd of March at 19:00

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