Classification
Dimensions
210 x 94 x 90 cm
Date
early 20th century
Period
Material
Artist
Iconography
Inscription
Inventory
Ag.359
ID
Hyp-6431
The statue depicts a bearded man, carrying a calf on his shoulders. The animal is a votive gift offered to the deity — just like the statue itself. According to the inscription on its base, it was “offered by Rhombos, the son of Palos” from Athens. He has pearl-like, long locks, the face shows the typical archaic smile. The man is strong, the abdominal muscles are well-defined. He is clad in a single mantle open at the front and worn close to the body. It is one of the masterpieces of sixth-century Athenian sculpture.
