Limestone statue of a youth early 5th century Cypriot The head and body probably come from different statues. 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 , and the figure is dressed in the Greek manner, wearing a finely pleated linen chiton and a wool himation (cloak).. Limestone statue of a youth 242010

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Size: 1488px × 1861px
Photo credit: © MET/BOT / Alamy / Afripics
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