What are the characteristics of the appearance of the Colossus of the Sun?

We do not know the true shape and appearance of the Colossus of Rhodes, but modern reconstructions of the sculpture stand upright and represent the original appearance of the sculpture more accurately than those ancient paintings. Although the Colossus is gone, this wonder of the ancient world has inspired modern artists, such as French sculptor Auguste Bartholdi, best known for his work on the Statue of Liberty.

There was only a short period of 56 years between the construction and destruction of the Colossus of the Sun God in Rhodes Island. Yet this colossus has earned a spot on the famous list of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Colossus of Rhodes is not only a huge statue, but also a symbol of the unity of the people living on the beautiful Mediterranean island of Rhodes.

As early as the 11th century, people made such speculations about the appearance of the legendary statue of Rhodes Island: the colossus holds a throwing spear in its right hand and a long sword in its left hand. The base of the column is a very high column, surrounded by Surrounded by rolling waves. But some people raised objections, saying that the statue of Apollo, the sun god, should be wearing a sun halo and driving a carriage, which carried a bright red sun. It is said that the crotch of the colossus can enter and exit the ship. Since no one could produce conclusive evidence to refute the other party, the argument came to nothing.

For a long time, there have been different opinions about the appearance of the Colossus. Most people believe that it stands with its legs spread apart, holding a torch, at the entrance to the port of Rhode Island, and ships passing by its crotch. It is very spectacular and interesting. . However, studies have shown that this structure is unreasonable given the width of the harbor and the height of the colossus.

Because the Colossus must be 250 meters high to cross the port entrance, no matter it is built of metal or stone, the standing Colossus will never be able to withstand the huge tension and strong winter winds, and the remains of the Colossus after it topples will also remain. It will block the port, so it is estimated that the real colossus should be erected to the east of the port or further inland. As for the posture, I don’t know at all. How should I stand? sit down? Or driving a carriage? No one knows yet.

The Colossus of Rhodes Island is the most mysterious among the Seven Wonders of the World, because it only lived 56 years before it collapsed due to an earthquake. Archaeologists have still not determined its location and appearance.