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Cycladic Art. Ancient period II. Greece. Man with a glass. Canonical style. Belongs to the Syros phase (2800-2300 b.C.). Museum of Cycladic and Ancient Greek Art. Athens. Greece
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This image showcases a well-preserved Cycladic sculpture dating back to the Ancient period II of Greece, specifically the Syros phase (approximately 2800-2300 BC). The sculpture, now housed in the Museum of Cycladic and Ancient Greek Art in Athens, Greece, depicts a man in the canonical style of Cycladic Art. The man is depicted as seated, with his legs crossed in front of him and his hands resting on his knees. His body is elongated and stylized, with smooth, rounded features that are characteristic of Cycladic sculpture. The most intriguing feature of this sculpture, however, is the glass that the man is holding in his right hand. The glass is not an original part of the sculpture but was added during a later restoration. The Cycladic civilization, which emerged in the Cyclades islands in the Aegean Sea, is known for its distinctive art style, which emphasizes simplicity, harmony, and abstract forms. The Cycladic people were skilled artisans who created sculptures using a variety of materials, including marble, stone, and metal. Their art was often used for religious or funerary purposes, and the figures they sculpted were believed to represent deities or ancestors. Despite the passage of thousands of years, this man with a glass remains a fascinating testament to the artistic achievements of the ancient Cycladic civilization. His enigmatic expression and the mysterious addition of the glass only add to the intrigue surrounding this remarkable piece of history.
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