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White and beige stone statue of a female nude standing in contrapposto position, with weight on the right leg. The head of the statue is missing. The left arm has been broken off j — Art Institute of Chicago · Public Domain · Reuse terms

Roman Empire / 2nd century

Statue of the Aphrodite of Knidos

Statue of the Aphrodite of Knidos

Look closely at Statue of the Aphrodite of Knidos. White and beige stone statue of a female nude standing in contrapposto position, with weight on the right leg.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What can its shape tell you before you read the label? The Art Institute dates Statue of the Aphrodite of Knidos to 2nd century.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected

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A CLOSER LOOK

Roman made this sculpture. The museum dates it 2nd century.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoStatue of the Aphrodite of Knidos

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