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Limestone statue of a youth

Period:
Classical
Date:
early 5th century B.C.
Culture:
Cypriot
Medium:
Limestone
Dimensions:
H. 43 7/8 in. (111.4 cm)
Classification:
Stone Sculpture
Credit Line:
The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Accession Number:
74.51.2457

This artwork is currently on display in Gallery 175

  • Description

    The head and body probably come from different statue. Like most freestanding sculpture found on Cyprus, this figure was set up as a votive gift to a deity and was probably thought to stand as a continuous worshiper in place of the man who dedicated it. The soft modeling of the face and the sprightly smile derive from East Greek art of the late sixth century B.C., and the figure is dressed in the Greek manner, wearing a finely pleated linen chiton and a wool himation (cloak).

  • Provenance

    Sanctuary of Golgoi–Ayios Photios

  • References

    Karageorghis, Vassos. 2000. Ancient Art from Cyprus. The Cesnola Collection. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, no. 335, pp. 208-9.

    Picón, Carlos A., et al. 2007. Art of the Classical World in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, no. 291, pp. 250, 463.

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