Limestone statuette of beardless male votary in Greek dress

Unknown

mid-6th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The lower portion of the legs is missing. The left leg is advanced and both arms are held to the sides of the body, with hands closed. The figure is dressed in a short-sleeved chiton, with a fold on the left hip and a flat fold between the legs. A himation, painted red, is draped over the left shoulder.

Artist

Unknown

Date

mid-6th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76