Statue of an Athlete
The Statue of an Athlete by Phidias depicts a nude male figure standing on a base. The figure has short, curly hair and a muscular build. He is standing with his weight on his right leg and his left leg slightly bent. His right arm is bent at the elbow, with his hand gripping an object. His left arm hangs straight down by his side. A cloth or fabric is wrapped around his waist. The statue is made of white marble and stands on a black base. The background is a plain gray color. The statue is angled to the left.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 473 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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