Limestone head of a bearded male wearing a conical helmet

Cypriot

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The smooth beard with a central incision and four curves delineating the end of each strand juts out sharply. The lips are stiff and the cheekbones prominent, creating a faint artificial smile. The ridge of the nose is broken. The almond-shaped eyes are bulging, with protruding eyelids; the eyebrows form a slightly curved band. Protruding from under the helmet in high relief is a row of curls. The helmet peak is mostly missing. The cheekpieces are not shown, but two cords are tied at the top of the head in a Herakles knot. A smooth mass of hair flares onto the nape of the neck.

Limestone head of a bearded male wearing a conical helmet, Limestone, Cypriot

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Limestone head of a bearded male wearing a conical helmet, Limestone, Cypriot
Limestone head of a bearded male wearing a conical helmet, Limestone, Cypriot

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