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Limestone grave marker

4th century BCE
Not on view
The influence of Greek grave monuments can be seen in this relief of a seated woman with her right hand raised to lift her himation (cloak) over her head, as though preparing for departure. Greek artists, however, rarely showed such figures in a frontal position.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Limestone grave marker
  • Period: Classical
  • Date: 4th century BCE
  • Culture: Cypriot
  • Medium: Limestone
  • Dimensions: WebPub GR 2012 Cesnola: 57 × 27 3/4 in., 500 lb. (144.8 × 70.5 cm)
  • Classification: Stone Sculpture
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.2485
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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