Head of Aphrodite
Marble sculpture of the head of Aphrodite by Greek sculptor Praxiteles. The head is tilted slightly forward and is shown from the shoulders up. The face is smooth and has a subtle, enigmatic smile. The hair is styled in a series of tight curls that rise from the crown of the head. The eyes are closed. The skin has a smooth texture with a few scattered brown spots. The background is a gradient of dark gray to light gray.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 728 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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