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Phoenician art. Cyprus. Statue of a priest. Late sixth centu

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Phoenician art. Cyprus. Statue of a priest. Late sixth centu

Phoenician art. Cyprus. Statue of a priest. Late sixth century BC. Archaic Period. Limestone. It comes from Golgoi (Cyprus). Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York. United States

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This exquisite statue, dating back to the late sixth century BC, represents a Phoenician priest from the ancient island of Cyprus. Discovered in Golgoi, Cyprus, this masterpiece of Archaic Period Phoenician art is now proudly displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, United States. The statue, carved from limestone, depicts the priest with a serene expression and a garment adorned with intricate patterns. His tresses are styled in a traditional Phoenician manner, and he holds a bird in his left hand, possibly a symbol of divinity or a sacrifice. The bird, with its wings spread wide, adds a dynamic element to the otherwise static figure. The Phoenicians, a maritime civilization that thrived in the Mediterranean from around 1500 to 300 BC, were renowned for their artistic and cultural achievements. This statue is a testament to their mastery of sculpture during the Archaic Period. The intricate details, from the folds of the priest's garment to the delicate features of the bird, reveal the artist's skill and dedication to their craft. The historical significance of this statue lies not only in its artistic merit but also in the insights it provides into the religious practices and cultural traditions of the ancient Phoenicians. The bird, the garment, and the priest's pose all suggest a connection to the gods and the natural world, reflecting the deep spiritual beliefs of this ancient civilization.

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