Greek statue of a charioteer from Motya off Sicily
This extraordinary statue, only discovered in 1979, is one of the great masterpieces of classical sculpture and has been dated to around 470 BC. Its origins are mysterious - the quality of the sculpture indicates that it might be from Athens, although some suggest that it might be by a home-grown Sicilian sculptor. The long tunic and chest band, together with the victorious pose, indicate that the athlete was a charioteer standing in triumph after a race. The virtuosity of the sculpted drapery revealing the body beneath is remarkable.
Size: 4736px × 3112px
Location: London
Photo credit: © suzanne bosman / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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