Limestone youth

Unknown

early 6th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

This piece is remarkable for its fidelity to Egyptian models, fine execution, well-preserved color as well as the articulation of the back. The figure wears and Egyptian kilt, or shenti, and wig. Although Egypt controlled Cyprus for part of the sixth century, the Phoenicians had introduced Egyptian features considerably earlier.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 6th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76