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Limestone statuette of a temple boy

ca. 350–300 BCE
Not on view
He sits on an elliptical plinth. His left foot is also stretched downwards and holds a bird, whose head is missing. He wears a short sleeved chiton that reaches his ankles. Thick bands are painted on his sides and legs. His necklace is painted red and contains a triandular pendant that rests on his chest. He wears a wreath around his head. His curly hair is grooved and painted red.

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Object Information
  • Title: Limestone statuette of a temple boy
  • Period: Classical
  • Date: ca. 350–300 BCE
  • Culture: Cypriot
  • Medium: Limestone
  • Dimensions: WebPub GR 2012 Cesnola: 9 1/4 × 7 × 2 1/2 in., 4 lb. (23.5 × 17.8 × 6.4 cm, 1.8 kg)
  • Classification: Stone Sculpture
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.2760
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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