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Limestone statuette of a temple boy

He sits on an elliptical plinth. His left foot is also stretched downwards and holds a bird, whose head is missing. He wears a short sleeved chiton that reaches his ankles. Thick bands are painted on his sides and legs. His necklace is painted red and contains a triandular pendant that rests on his chest. He wears a wreath around his head. His curly hair is grooved and painted red.

Credit: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76

Ca. 350–300 B.C.
Limestone
23.5 x 17.8cm
74.51.2760
Image and text © Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2018

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