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Statue of kouros, Parian marble, from Anavyssos
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Statue of kouros, Parian marble, from Anavyssos
Statue of a kouros, Parian marble, found in Anavyssos, Attica. It had been stolen and taken to France from where it was returned in 1937. The body is powerful and articulate, with emphasized musculature. The statue was funerary and stood on the grave of Kroisos, as is indicated by the epigram on the base: " Stop and mourn at the grave of dead Kroisos, whom the raging Ares destroyed when he fought among the defenders", about 530 B.C
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6th Century Bc Ancient Greece Attica Kouros Marble Naked Pedestal Parian Marble
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This print showcases the remarkable Statue of Kouros, carved from exquisite Parian marble and discovered in Anavyssos, Attica. With a tumultuous history, this statue was stolen and taken to France before being rightfully returned in 1937. Standing tall on its pedestal, the kouros emanates power and strength through its meticulously sculpted musculature. Originally created as a funerary monument, it solemnly graced the grave of Kroisos. The poignant epigram engraved on its base invites passersby to pause and mourn for the fallen warrior: "Stop and mourn at the grave of dead Kroisos, whom the raging Ares destroyed when he fought among the defenders". Dating back to around 530 B. C. , this masterpiece represents an era rich in ancient Greek artistry. In this studio shot captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are presented with a vertical composition that accentuates every detail of this male likeness. The naked figure stands proudly amidst a backdrop of timeless beauty crafted from Parian marble—an iconic material renowned for its luminosity. With no people present within frame, our attention is solely focused on this extraordinary sculpture—a testament to human representation at its finest. This photograph transports us back in time to witness an artifact that has endured centuries while retaining its awe-inspiring allure
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