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Cycladic reclining female figure, name-piece of the Schuster Master, Early Cycladic II, c
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Cycladic reclining female figure, name-piece of the Schuster Master, Early Cycladic II, c
2913394 Cycladic reclining female figure, name-piece of the Schuster Master, Early Cycladic II, c.2400 BC (marble) by Schuster Master (fl.c.2400 BC); height: 92.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Superbly sculpted, the lyre-shaped head angled backwards, with a prominent aquiline nose and a pointed chin, the crown of the head arching, with flaring " finials" at the corners and a crescent-shaped ridge at the back, the head off-set from the tapering neck by incision, the neck off-set from the body by incision, curved at the front, angled lines at the back that merge with the spine, the broad shoulders slightly arched, the small breasts pointed, the narrow arms folded right below left, gently curving across the swollen abdomen, the angular elbows projecting out from the body, with the left carved at the same level as the right for symmetrical effect, the swollen abdomen indicating pregnancy, the large pubic triangle incised, bisected by the apex of the deep cleft that separates the long legs in front, with a shallow cleft in back that rises up to the horizontal buttock ridge, the knees indented and profiled by incision, the ankles similarly incised, the feet angled down, with concave soles, the toes delineated); Photo eChristies Images; Greek, out of copyright
Media ID 23303714
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient art, the Cycladic reclining female figure. Created by the renowned Schuster Master during the Early Cycladic II period around 2400 BC, this marble sculpture stands at an impressive height of 92.2 cm. The craftsmanship displayed in this artwork is truly exceptional. The lyre-shaped head is elegantly tilted backward, featuring a distinctive aquiline nose and a pointed chin. The crown of the head gracefully arches with flaring "finials" at the corners and a crescent-shaped ridge at the back. Every detail has been meticulously carved, from the tapering neck to the curved body that seamlessly merges with angled lines along its spine. The small breasts are delicately pointed, while narrow arms fold right below left across a swollen abdomen – symbolizing pregnancy. Notably, intricate incisions define various elements such as pubic triangle bisected by a deep cleft between long legs in front and rising up to form a horizontal buttock ridge in back. Indented knees and ankles add further dimensionality to this masterpiece. Photographed by eChristies Images and part of a private collection, this image captures both the beauty and historical significance of ancient Greek artistry. With its impeccable sculpting techniques and attention to detail, it serves as an enduring testament to human creativity throughout millennia.
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