A Hellenistic nobleman, 200-100 BC. Later Hellenistic statues on Cyprus display greater realism, an indicated by the fleshy face, ruddled hair and side-burns. Although resembling the features of Ptolemy VI of Egypt (180-145 BC), this colossal head is probably a generic image of an aristocratic worshipper rather than a portrait of the ruler of Cyprus at this time. It combines broader Hellenistic style with local carving traditions typical of the Dali area where it was found.

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