HERCULES - POP Disney N° 1665 - Calliope ( Muse )

This figurine from Funko’s POP! Vinyl range depicts the talented, theatrical storyteller before she rose to fame: Calliope, the Muse of heroic poetry. 

The figurine features the stylised features and proportions characteristic of Funko figurines, with its signature oversized head. The design captures the young woman’s appearance at a specific moment, dressed in her modest, draped outfit. The plastic sculpture pays meticulous attention to the character’s physical attributes, conveying her innocence, determination and the elegant physique of a mythological figure. The paintwork faithfully reproduces the contrasting colours and details to illustrate the psychology of this discerning storyteller.

This officially licensed collectable figurine is aimed at fans of the Disney Studios animated film, enthusiasts of this universe and collectors of the Funko brand. The item is supplied in its original display box, which is numbered and features artwork in the colours of the film. 

Inspired by the classic Disney animated feature film released in 1997, Calliope is one of the five divine Muses who recount tales and have a specific purpose: to sing the praises of the gods and guide the viewer through the history of Ancient Greece. Tired of the overly austere narratives of classical Greek tragedy, she breathes modernity and rhythm into the telling of Hercules’ life story. She positions herself as the leader of her group, bringing a gospel-inspired musical style to celebrate the young hero’s exploits. This role as a dynamic narrator proves indispensable in setting the pace for the demigod’s journey of initiation, illustrating his transformation from a clumsy young mortal into a true legend of Olympus who thwarts the machinations of the realm of the dead.