Marble statue of Aphrodite
Unknown Artist
2nd century BCE
Medium
marble
Dimensions
H. 32", W. 9 1/2", D. 6 1/2
Classification
Stone Sculpture
Culture & Period
Greek · Hellenistic
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Mrs. Frederick M. Stafford, on the occasion of the reinstallation of the Greek and Roman galleries, 2006
Accession Number
2006.509
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About this artwork
This marble statue of aphrodite from Greek, Hellenistic, dating from 2nd century BCE, exemplifies the classical tradition. The use of marble reflects the material preferences and sculptural sophistication of the ancient Mediterranean world. The work, executed in marble, measures h. 32", w. 9 1/2", d. 6 1/2 and This work provides valuable insights into the broader cultural and material contexts of its creation.