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Summary
A free-standing sculpture of a nude male youth, typically made of marble or bronze, produced in ancient Greece during the Archaic period. They’re characterized by their rigid, stylized poses, with one foot slightly forward and arms held straight down.
Kouroi were often used as statues of young men or as offerings to deities. They represent a beginning stage in the development of Greek sculpture, influenced by Egyptian and Near Eastern artistic traditions.
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